Garden perennial £5.95

Avens

£5.95

Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: fastFlowering period: May to JulyHardiness: fully hardySemi-double, vivid yellow flowers appear on arching stems from June to August above rosettes of hairy, scalloped, fresh green leaves. This cheerful perennial brightens up a sunny garden border, especially one based on 'hot' colours. Deadheading the spent blooms should ensure a second flush of flowers in late summer.

Garden care: Lift and divide large clumps every year in early spring or late autumn.