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Prairie Smoke
Geum triflorum
PerennialPrairie Smoke
Geum triflorum
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Light
Sun – Part Shade
Water
Dry
Soil
Sandy, Loam
Size
6-12"
Bloom
Pink, May–Jun
Why Grow It
Drought Tolerant
Thrives with little water once established
Ground Cover
Fills in to form a living carpet
Rock Garden
Thrives in rocky, well-drained spots
Early Bloomer
Blooms early, providing critical spring nectar
Did You Know?
Named for its feathery pink seed heads that look like wisps of smoke drifting across the prairie.
One of the earliest spring bloomers — its nodding pink flowers appear before most other wildflowers.
The fernlike foliage turns brilliant red and orange in fall, providing a second season of interest.
Wildlife Value
🐝
Early Bee Food
One of the first nectar sources for emerging queen bumblebees in spring
🦋
Butterfly Nectar
Early spring butterflies visit the nodding pink flowers
Good Companions
🌾 Little Bluestem
⭐ Yellow Star Grass
🌻 Brown-eyed Susan
Planting Guide
- Plant in full sun with dry, well-drained or rocky soil
- Seeds need cold stratification — sow outdoors in fall for best results
- Space 8–12″ apart in rock gardens or dry meadow areas
Plant Details
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