Yellow Avens - Geum 'Lady Stratheden'

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.