Prairie Smoke - Geum triflorum (Care, Characteristics, Flower, Images)

Prairie Smoke

Also known as: Old Man's Whiskers

Prairie Smoke (Geum triflorum) is a perennial plant that blooms in late spring to early summer with clusters of nodding, pinkish-red flowers. Flowers are closed like buds and occur in threes. Bees force their way in to pollinate the flowers, but once pollinated, the nodding buds turn upright before fading away. Wispy, feathery seed heads replace flowers, changing from pink to golden as the seeds mature and dry.

Scientific classification

Species

Prairie Smoke (Geum triflorum)

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Spring, Summer

Bloom Time

20 cm to 51 cm

Plant Height

30 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Spring, Summer

Growth Season

Moderate

Growth Rate

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Attributes of Prairie Smoke

Growth Rate

During the Spring and Summer seasons, prairie Smoke exhibits a moderate growth rate. This pace permits balanced development, producing distinctive feathery blooms. Consistent rise in height further characterizes the plant's Spring to Summer transition. Despite seasonal growth rate variations, prairie Smoke's overall cultivation is consistently moderate.

Care Guide for Prairie Smoke

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from North American prairies, prairie Smoke prefers well-drained soils and moderate moisture, thriving with weekly watering. It can endure dryness by curling its leaves to conserve water during drought, making it a resilient perennial herb suited for outdoor growth.

Fertilize: Prairie Smoke requires balanced fertilizers, particularly high in phosphorus during the growing season. Apply quarterly with a light dusting to prevent root damage. Adjust application with seasonal changes, favoring slow-release granules. Water post-application and remember that minimal intervention is best for thriving growth.

Pruning: Prairie Smoke features distinctive, smoke-like seed heads and delicate foliage. Prune prairie Smoke in early to late spring, eliminating dead or damaged growth while preserving healthy stems to promote blooming. Regular pruning enhances vigor; maintain clean tools to prevent disease.

Propagation: Prairie Smoke is a herbaceous perennial that prefers well-drained soils and can be propagated by seed after stratification. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame. Seedlings are transplanted when large enough, and division should occur in spring, albeit infrequently to minimize disturbance.

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Attributes of Prairie Smoke

Care Guide for Prairie Smoke

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