About
This clump-forming rhizomatous perennial to around 60cm high, with basal rosettes of hairy, pinnate leaves. Semi-double scarlet flowers are held, singly or in groups of two or three, on stems well above the foliage from early to late 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
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Avoid areas that are waterlogged over winter. Divide every three years or so to maintain vigour
PruningDeadhead to promote more blooms, and cut back old stems after flowering
PropagationPropagate by division in autumn or spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to geum sawfly
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews