Overview
Geum camschaticum is a cushion or mound forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Geum, part of the Rosaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Geum camschaticum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include gravel, rock, beds and borders, cottage/informal and low maintenance.
About
Geum camschaticum is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Geum genus, known for its rhizomatous growth and ability to form cushions or mounds. It features semi-evergreen foliage arranged in a basal rosette with pinnately lobed leaves, and produces saucer-shaped blooms in loose clusters during spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types, including chalky, loamy, and sandy soils with a range of pH levels. It is hardy in the UK (H7) and is suitable for use in gravel, rock gardens, beds, borders, and informal cottage-style plantings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Geum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East, West, South
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Geum camschaticum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Cushion or Mound Forming
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel, Rock, Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Geum camschaticum
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse red spider mite, Aphids, Sawflies
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Geum camschaticum?
Geum camschaticum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Geum camschaticum need?
Geum camschaticum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalky, loamy and sandy. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Geum camschaticum hardy in the UK?
Geum camschaticum has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Geum camschaticum?
Division.
More in the Geum genus
- Geumavens
- Geum 'Bell Bank'Avens
- Geum aleppicumyellow avens
- Geum calthifolium
- Geum calthifolium subsp. nipponicum
- Geum japonicum
- Geum magellanicumhierba del clavo
- Geum radiatum
