Geum triflorum (Prairie Smoke) Mushroom White fruits in fall have

White fruits in fall have many silky haired plumes forming a large sphere

with four petals

When Oregon territory was opened for homesteading in the early 1800s

Disturb the soil as little as possible

An attractive ornamental shrub and good pollinator for our female varieties

Geum triflorum (Prairie Smoke) Mushroom White fruits in fall havePlant 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,