White Flower Farm
Geum Cocktails Mai Tai
Introducing the Geum Cocktails™ Mai Tai, a vigorous perennial celebrated for its captivating color transitions. This plant showcases maroon buds that unfurl into vibrant 1½-inch sunset-orange blossoms, accented with rosy red, eventually maturing to a soft, pale creamy pink. Its attractive foliage offers visual interest throughout the year. Geum, also known as Avens, is remarkably hardy and thrives in sunny locations, though it appreciates afternoon shade in warmer climates. Regular deadheading encourages continuous blooming, making it a delightful and reliable addition to any perennial border or rock garden.
$18.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2688
/ 3268
#2688 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-31%
Below average
Common Name
Geum, Avens
/ Geum, Avens
Who it's for
- Unique Tropical Coloring
- Extended Bloom Season
- Robust and Low Maintenance
Who should skip it
- Sensitivity to Heat and Drought
- Susceptibility to Powdery Mildew
- Premium Price Point
Key Specs
Common Name
Geum, Avens
Hardiness Zone
5-7S/9W
Exposure
Sun to Part Shade
Blooms In
May-June
Mature Height
16-18 inches
Spacing
12 inches
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Moderate
Features
- Vigorous perennial growth
- Unique color-changing flowers
- Attractive foliage
- Hardy and easy to grow
- Encourages continuous blooms with deadheading
- Cup-shaped flowers on wiry stems
- Attracts bees and butterflies
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Geum Cocktails Mai Tai for its stunning aesthetic. The vibrant sunset coloration perfectly captures the tropical theme, making it a dramatic garden focal point. Experienced gardeners note the robust quality of the shipped plants, often achieving impressive bloom density early on, extending visual interest through summer. The primary consideration is the premium price point. While many feel the high quality justifies the cost, some newer gardeners express concern if establishment is slow, linking initial struggles to perceived value. For those who nurture it successfully, the plant solidifies its reputation as a reliable, show stopping perennial well worth the investment for its distinctive beauty.
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