Geum triflorum (Prairie Smoke)

Plant Description: A mat forming perennial native through much of Oregon, Washington, and California. Fluffy, pink, red, or purple, cascading bell shaped flowers with silvery-blue hairy basal leaves and tall, slender stems. Seeds are easily dispersed through wind. 

• Height: 6-18 inches
• Width: 1-2 ft
• Watering needs: can manage a variety of soil moistures, but typically found in more dry locations
• Sun needs: sun-part shade
• Soil needs: well draining, thin, loamy, and sandy soil. Tolerant of clay
• Bloom Time: April-June
• Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): No

Landscape Use and Ecological Function: Prairie Smoke flourishes in dry prairies, dry woodlands, slopes, and meadows. We recommend this plant to your rock garden, berm, savanna or grassland, or meadow. Attracts butterflies.