{"product_id":"double-bloody-mary-avens","title":"Double Bloody Mary Avens","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFiery Double Scarlet Blooms to Open the Garden Season\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Bloody Mary Avens (\u003cem\u003eGeum coccineum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Double Bloody Mary') sets the early-summer border ablaze with fully double, scarlet-red flowers dancing on slender stems above a neat mound of green foliage. The double blooms read bolder and last longer than single Geums, delivering a saturated hit of color right when the garden is waking up. Whether you're brightening a sunny bed in Eden Prairie, edging a walkway in Plymouth, or adding drama to an Eagan border, this is one of the most striking early perennials you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDouble Bloody Mary Avens Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeum coccineum 'Double Bloody Mary'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14–18 in. tall, 12–14 in. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–9 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — best in sheltered, well-drained spots)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring into early summer, with scattered rebloom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble scarlet-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage to moist, well-drained — dislikes soggy winter soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable in zone 5a; mulch in exposed zone 4b sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it at the front of a sunny border where the vivid red flowers can be admired up close, or mass three to five for a bold ribbon of color. The compact clump suits small yards and patio containers, and the wiry flower stems are charming in small bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early bloom feeds bees and butterflies before summer perennials open. Combine with salvia, catmint, and coreopsis for continuous nectar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Double Bloody Mary Avens in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) for a full establishment season, or in early fall (late August–mid September). Skip midsummer planting. Since this Geum is at the cold edge of its range here, a protected, sharply drained spot pays off in winter survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Double Bloody Mary Avens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the pot's width at the same depth. Amend heavy clay with 20–30% compost for drainage — wet winter soil is the main threat. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in, and mulch 2 inches deep while keeping mulch off the crown. Space 12–14 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Double Bloody Mary Avens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist — every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells only; steady moisture is ideal but never standing water. Good drainage drives winter hardiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardy to about zone 5 and dependable in warmer Twin Cities microclimates. In exposed zone 4b sites, plant in a sheltered, well-drained location and mulch for winter. Avoid soggy soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer and rabbits generally leave Geum alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do the double flowers rebloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemoving spent blooms encourages scattered rebloom through early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it spread or flop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt stays a tidy clump. Divide every few years in spring to keep it dense and floriferous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoi Avens (Geum coccineum):\u003c\/strong\u003e The coral-orange counterpart for a warm-toned planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy Cranesbill (Geranium):\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer-resistant, long-blooming border partners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlanket Flower (Gaillardia):\u003c\/strong\u003e Extends the red-and-gold palette into late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#1 Gallon","offer_id":54315492114737,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/double-bloody-mary-avens.jpg?v=1779727883","url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/products\/double-bloody-mary-avens","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}