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Geum coccineum Cocktail Wet Kiss

Geum coccineum Cocktail Wet Kiss
Avens

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A recent and delightful breeding, with semi-double to single corollas displaying a subtle gradient ranging from pink-red to salmon-pink and then to peach-orange as they mature. Carried by red stems, the flowers emerge from a rounded, vibrant green and velvety foliage in May-June. They bloom for 3 to 4 weeks. This hardy and carefree perennial will faithfully bloom every year in the sun, when planted in moist, well-drained, and fertile soil.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
45 cm
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -20°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

Geum coccineum 'Wet Kiss' is a recent creation from the lovely 'Cocktail' series, developed for its semi-double, diaphanous flowers with fresh colours on sturdy and floriferous plants from spring to summer. The crepe-like semi-double to single flower of 'Wet Kiss' gradually changes from pink-red to orange-pink and then to pale orange, with the outer corolla retaining a more carmine hue, in a magnificent gradient of colours. It seems to float, among its twin sisters, above a velvety tuft of bright green foliage. Geum used to be found in all flower gardens. They are once again making their way into our flower beds and patios. Plant them in the sun, in moist, well-drained, and fertile soil.

 

Geum are hardy herbaceous perennials from the Rosaceae family. They are native to temperate or colder regions of the northern and southern hemispheres. Geum 'Wet Kiss' is a recent horticultural hybrid. This perennial plant forms a basal tuft of upright, semi-evergreen, bright green, rounded and lobed, finely velvety leaves, measuring 10 to 15cm (4 to 6in) long. In May-June, the plant will produce up to 100 flowers for 3 to 4 weeks. They bloom in cymes, on slender, branching, Bordeaux red stems, loosely erect above the foliage. Each flower measures about 3cm (1in) in diameter and consists of slightly translucent petals, animated with visible veins, surrounding a large heart of prominent yellow stamens. This variety reaches about 45cm (18in) in height when flowering, with a width of about 40cm (16in). Like many long-flowering perennials, this avens is not very long-lived, so it is advisable to divide it every three years to keep it in the garden for longer.

 

Hardy and very floriferous, it is an easy, accommodating plant. It appreciates sunny or partially shaded situations and grows in ordinary, moist but well-drained soil. To fully enjoy its magnificent flowering, plant 'Wet Kiss' on the edges of flower beds, mixed borders, rockeries, or even in pots. Its flower spikes will make beautiful bouquets. It requires some space to grow well, so make sure to leave room around its base. It will blend beautifully with other spring or summer flowering perennials. Its pastel colouring goes well with the blue of delphiniums, perennial flax, and speedwells. You can create sublime scenes with vibrant colours by mixing several varieties of avens together. In the sun, it will perfectly complement daylilies, rudbeckias, scabiosa, bush carnations, and perennial geraniums.

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Geum coccineum Cocktail Wet Kiss (Flowering) Flowering

Flowering

Flower colour orange
Flowering time May to June
Inflorescence Cyme
Flower size 3 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 45 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Geum

Species

coccineum

Cultivar

Cocktail Wet Kiss

Family

Rosaceae

Other common names

Avens

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference897161

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Planting and care

Geum 'Wet Kiss', hardy to at least -15°C (5°F), appreciates a sunny or semi-shaded, open location, and normal to rich, light, moist, and well-drained soil. It does not tolerate winter humidity. It will not withstand waterlogged soils in winter. They also do not tolerate dry soils in summer.

Planting can be done in spring or autumn. Be sure to regularly remove faded flowers to encourage the emergence of new flower buds and ensure continuous flowering. Due to its relatively short lifespan, divide the clumps every 3 or 4 years, in spring or autumn. Regular organic fertilisation is beneficial.

Highly resistant to diseases, it is susceptible to sawfly larvae attacks, which can damage the foliage. Excessive drought can also make it susceptible to powdery mildew.

 

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Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Edge of border
Hardiness Hardy down to -20°C (USDA zone 6b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 6 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, well-drained but moist.

Care

Pruning instructions Prune quite short, at the end of the season, once the flowering is finished. This will rejuvenate the foliage.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time August to September
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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