About
A low-growing, clump-forming rhizomatous perennial to around 30cm high, with basal rosettes of lobed and toothed green leaves. Very large, semi-double or double pale pink and toffee-coloured flowers are held on tall stems above the foliage from mid to late spring and summer and again autumn.
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 typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-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 usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. 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 spring or autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to leaf miners and geum sawfly
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to powdery mildews