Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) — Clump forming

Overview

Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Geum, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most 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.

About

Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') is a clump-forming cultivar of the Geum genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with pinnately lobed foliage arranged in a basal rosette. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for a range of garden settings such as cottage gardens, patios, wildlife gardens, and flower borders. Its saucer-shaped blooms appear in loose clusters during spring and summer, making it a versatile choice for ornamental and wildlife-friendly planting.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Geum

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
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

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series)

Propagation: Division in autumn or spring, Seed
Pest resistance: Geum sawfly
Disease resistance: Downy mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series)?

Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) need?

Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) hardy in the UK?

Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.

How do I propagate Geum Solar Tempest ('Macgeu050') (Tempest Series)?

Division in autumn or spring, Seed.

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