Geum 'Miss Clementine' is a compact avens grown for its warm orange flowers and tidy clump of green leaves. The semi-double blooms sit on slender stems above the foliage and brighten beds, borders, and pots in spring and early summer. Its smaller size makes it easy to place near paths or at the front of a border.
This plant fits well in cottage-style borders and mixed perennial plantings. It also works as a cut flower and helps bring bees into the garden. The leaves stay neat for much of the season, and faded flower stems can be removed to encourage a fresh flush of bloom.
Like many avens, it grows best in soil that drains well but does not stay dry for long. Aphids, red spider mites, and powdery mildew can sometimes appear, so steady care and good spacing are helpful. Established clumps can be divided to make new plants, which is also a good way to keep the plant strong over time.