Geum coccineum - Cultivation Notes
Geum's flourish on most moist garden soils, yet they don’t like wet or heavy clay soils. Plant in a sheltered sunny spot towards the front of the border where they can grow without being smothered by taller plants. Prop by dividing in autumn or spring.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Geum coccineum:
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Suitable for container growing
- Tolerates cold exposed locations
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
Weaknesses of Geum coccineum
- Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils
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