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3 litre - Geum 'Lemon Drops'

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Soft lemon-yellow flowers dance above tidy foliage, bringing light and charm to summer borders.
  • Pollinator-friendly
  • Long flowering
  • Compact growth
  • Excellent border filler

  • Aspect

    full sun to partial shade

  • Hardiness

    Hardy throughout most of the UK.

  • Flowers

    May, June, July

  • Soil type

    loam, clay, fertile soil

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  • Why we like this plant

    Geum 'Lemon Drops' adds fresh gentle colour to borders and containers without overpowering neighbouring plants. Its compact form and reliable flowering make it an excellent choice for cottage gardens, wildlife planting and smaller outdoor spaces.

  • About this plant

    A cheerful compact perennial with soft lemon-yellow flowers held above neat green foliage, perfect for brightening borders and patio containers through late spring and summer.

  • Key features

    • Delicate lemon-yellow semi-double flowers
    • Long flowering season from late spring
    • Compact habit ideal for smaller spaces
    • Attractive to bees and pollinators
    • Easy to grow in mixed borders and pots

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 40–60cm | Spread: 30–45cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Compact clump-forming perennial

  • Moisture

    moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    front of border, cottage garden, patio container

Planting guide

Plant in spring or autumn into fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Position in sun or light shade and water regularly during dry weather while establishing.

Care tips

Deadhead regularly to encourage repeat flowering. Divide congested clumps every few years in spring or autumn to maintain vigour.

Winter care

Fully hardy in most UK gardens. Cut back faded foliage in late autumn or early spring and mulch lightly in colder areas.