New England Wild Flower Society

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Geum triflorum

prarie smoke

Though the small bell-shaped flowers of Geum triflorum are attractive, the real show starts after the flowers have passed and the wispy smoke-like seed heads form, hence their common name. Plant these in sunny, well-drained sites for the best late-spring show.

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Height: 12-18 in
Spread: 8-12 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: Red

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Ecoregion
Not Ecotypic in New England
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
Ornamental Interest
Spring Bloom
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Massing
Rock garden
Specimen
Growth Habit
Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


prarie smoke - Geum triflorum from Native Plant Trust