A charming, clump-forming perennial producing warm dusky-apricot flowers from reddish buds on slender stems. It brings soft, sunset-toned colour to borders and naturalistic planting schemes, with flowering beginning in late spring.
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Exposure: Sheltered to moderately exposed sites; stems can benefit from some protection from strong winds. Not generally regarded as specifically coastal tolerant, so avoid very exposed, salt-laden conditions.
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Size: Approximately 40 cm (16 in) tall, forming a compact clump.
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Soil: Moist but well-drained, fertile soil; avoid prolonged waterlogging. Geums generally perform best where the soil does not dry out excessively.
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Sun: Full sun to partial shade, with flowering generally best in good sunlight.
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Flowering time: Late spring to early summer, typically May–June, with flowering sometimes extending beyond the initial flush.
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Wildlife benefits: Attractive to pollinators, particularly bees and other flower-visiting insects.
