Geum 'Pink Petticoats' (Geum 'Pink Petticoats') — Clump forming

Overview

Geum 'Pink Petticoats' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Geum, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Geum 'Pink Petticoats' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and cottage gardens.

About

Geum 'Pink Petticoats' is a perennial cultivar of the Geum genus, commonly known as avens, within the Rosaceae family. This plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and is suitable for borders, containers, and cottage gardens. The flowers are mildly fragrant, and to encourage fresh growth and prolonged flowering, it should be deadheaded and cut back after flowering. Propagation can be done by division in spring or autumn, or by seed.

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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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Geum

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained, fertile
Soil pH: neutral, slightly acidic
Soil moisture: moist, well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Geum 'Pink Petticoats' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: borders, containers, cottage gardens
Fragrance: mildly fragrant

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Geum 'Pink Petticoats'

Cultivation: Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade; deadhead to prolong flowering.
Pruning: Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.
Propagation: division in spring or autumn, seed
Pest resistance: Leaf miners, Geum sawfly
Disease resistance: Powdery mildew

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Geum 'Pink Petticoats'?

Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade; deadhead to prolong flowering.

Where is the best place to plant Geum 'Pink Petticoats'?

Geum 'Pink Petticoats' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Geum 'Pink Petticoats' need?

Geum 'Pink Petticoats' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.

How do I prune Geum 'Pink Petticoats'?

Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.

Is Geum 'Pink Petticoats' hardy in the UK?

Geum 'Pink Petticoats' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Geum 'Pink Petticoats'?

Division in spring or autumn, seed.

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