Geum Stocrgeu, sold as Firestarter or Fiery Red avens, is a compact vigorous rhizomatous perennial bred for an unusually rich red display.
A mound of softly hairy, deeply lobed and serrated green leaves sends up many strong slender branching stems.
Upward- and outward-facing semi-double flowers open bright fiery red from late spring through summer, with deadheading supporting an autumn return.
Grow in sun or light shade in fertile soil that remains evenly moist but drains freely. It suits borders, naturalistic schemes, containers, pollinator gardens, and cutting.