Scientific Name Geum chiloense (Scent of Chile) 'Lady Stratheden'
Flower: Bushy growth Perennial
Common Name(s) Grecian Rose, Chilean Avens, Yellow Avens
Origin Native to Chiloe, a cold, wet island off the coast of Chile
Description These bright yellow flowers will bring a riot of colour and a splash of sunshine to your garden and have even won the RHS' Award of Garden Merit for their excellence in the garden. The flowers are almost doubles, with extra ruffles of petals around the central stamen, and grow on stems shooting upwards from bright green scalloped foliage. This plant will die back underground over winter, but don't worry- it will grow back again and bring more bright blooms the following spring!
Months of Interest May to July
Pruning Tips Deadhead spent flowers to encourage a second bloom in later summer
Wildlife Value Bees, butterflies and other pollinators
Positioning Full sun to partial shade.
Water Keep soil moist, especially when newly planted out; water in particularly dry weather.
Soil Soil should be well-draining and moderately fertile
Food Will benefit from fertilising in the growing season, and from the addition of natural fertilisers to the soil, especially if you're growing it in a pot.
Pet-safe? Yes- no toxicity reported, though it's best for the plant and your pets if they don't nibble too much!
Sprouts Top Tips Plant into the ground rather than a pot for more buchy and vibrant- and less scraggly- growth.
We have launched our first (hopefully monthly) ‘Letter from the Founder’ blog post. I talk about a string of bad luck, from water gushing from various ceilings in my life to a break-in, and also reflect on the incredible work we have done to win two awards earlier this year. I look ahead to what’s coming up in August, projects we are working on with our clients, and some thoughts about the rest of the year. And I give an insight into my brain, why I am who I am and why I’m so thankful for all the opportunities, passion and excitement that running Sprouts has given me as a founder and as a woman.