Zone 6 · Avens
Planting Avens in Zone 6
Geum coccineum
✅ Avens thrives in zone 6 (hardy 5–8)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Avens outside
Last frost has passed. Plant in spring. Deadhead spent flowers for a light rebloom.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around April 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
May – June
Peak bloom
May
Sun required
full sun, part sun
Mature height
20"
Spacing
15" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Avens in zone 6
Plant in spring. Deadhead spent flowers for a light rebloom.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Avens peaks in May. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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