Overview

Geum chiloense 'Lady Stratheden' is a clump forming perennial herb in the genus Geum, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Geum chiloense 'Lady Stratheden' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, cut flowers, flower borders and beds and ground cover. It is native to Chile.

About

Geum chiloense 'Lady Stratheden' is a perennial herb in the genus Geum that produces a summer display of flowers from June to August. It suits positions in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil that remains moist. Originating from Chile, it is cultivated for its seasonal flowering habit. Plant in sites where soil retains moisture without waterlogging.

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About the genus

Geum (L.), commonly called avens, is a flowering plant genus of about 60 accepted species and hybrids, within the Rosaceae family in the order of Rosales, in the major group angiosperms. The species of the genus are widely distributed across Europe, Asia, North and South America, Africa, and New Zealand. They are closely related to Potentilla and Fragaria.

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In the garden

Geum chiloense 'Lady Stratheden' is a perennial herb from Chile within the Geum group, with a defined flowering season in the UK from June to August. It establishes as a herbaceous clump and is valued for the midsummer period when its blooms emerge above the leaves, extending the season in mixed plantings. Choose a spot in full sun or partial shade and avoid heavy, waterlogged ground. The combination of well-drained yet moisture-retentive soil suits this cultivar: a medium loam improved with leaf mould or garden compost gives a balance of drainage and moisture-holding capacity. Planting on a slight rise helps avoid stagnant winter water while retaining enough available moisture through the summer. Place it where its flowering stems can be seen—along the front or middle of a herbaceous border, beside a gravel path, or in a planted container with similar soil conditions. Keep the root area consistently moist while the plant becomes established, then reduce supplemental watering in cool, wet periods. After the main June–August flowering, cut back spent flowering stems to tidy the clump and encourage fresh growth at the base.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Geum

Sunlight

full sun, partial shade

Soil type

well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

moist

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Geum chiloense 'Lady Stratheden' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

perennial herb

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Ground cover

Native to

Chile

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Geum chiloense 'Lady Stratheden'

Cultivation

Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Suitable for borders, containers, and wildlife gardens. Requires regular watering during dry periods.

Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming. Cut back foliage after flowering to maintain plant vigor.

Propagation

Seed, Division in spring or autumn

Pest resistance

Leaf miners, Geum sawfly, Aphids

Disease resistance

Downy mildews, Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

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