About
A clump-forming perennial, to around 30cm high in flower, forming a dense mound of divided, toothed leaves that open bright yellow-green and mature to lime green. Rich orange flowers are scattered on slender stems above the foliage in late spring and early summer.
About the genus
Geum are rhizomatous perennials, occasionally spreading by stolons, with a basal rosette of pinnately lobed leaves and saucer-shaped flowers in loose clusters
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationThrives in fertile, well-drained soil; foliage colour is best in full sun but will benefit from some shade in hotter areas to avoid scorching. Avoid areas that are waterlogged over winter. Divide every three years or so to maintain vigour
PruningDeadhead to encourage more flowers
PropagationPropagate by division in autumn or spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to geum sawfly
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews