Overview
Geum 'Lemon Drops' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Geum, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Geum 'Lemon Drops' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is attractive to pollinators. Suggested uses include coastal, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Geum 'Lemon Drops' is a perennial plant characterized by its vibrant green, lobed leaves that grow at the base. The plant produces lemon-yellow flowers that emerge from drooping buds in late spring and continue blooming through midsummer, eventually facing outward as they open. The flower stems and sepals exhibit a hint of dark red coloration.
About the genus
Geum consists of rhizomatous perennials that may also propagate through stolons. They feature a basal rosette of pinnately lobed foliage and produce saucer-shaped blooms arranged in loose clusters.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Geum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Geum 'Lemon Drops' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Geum 'Lemon Drops'
- Cultivation
- A moisture-loving perennial that will tolerate most soils, rich in organic matter, in sun or even a certain amount of shade. Divide every few years to avoid congestion
- Pruning
- Cut back the old stems after flowering
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed in pots in a cold frame in winter or propagate by division in spring or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Can suffer from leaf miners and sawflies
- Disease resistance
- Occasionally suffers from powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Geum 'Lemon Drops'?
A moisture-loving perennial that will tolerate most soils, rich in organic matter, in sun or even a certain amount of shade. Divide every few years to avoid congestion.
Where is the best place to plant Geum 'Lemon Drops'?
Geum 'Lemon Drops' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Geum 'Lemon Drops' need?
Geum 'Lemon Drops' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Geum 'Lemon Drops'?
Cut back the old stems after flowering.
How big does Geum 'Lemon Drops' grow?
Geum 'Lemon Drops' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Geum 'Lemon Drops' hardy in the UK?
Geum 'Lemon Drops' has a UK hardiness rating of H7.
How do I propagate Geum 'Lemon Drops'?
Propagate by seed in pots in a cold frame in winter or propagate by division in spring or autumn.
Is Geum 'Lemon Drops' good for pollinators?
Yes — Geum 'Lemon Drops' attracts and supports pollinators such as bees and other beneficial insects.