An award-winning avens with semi-double scarlet flowers waving on wiry stems above a low rosette of hairy leaves. Long-flowering and a cheerful favourite of cottage gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 60 cm H × 40 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Mrs Bradshaw Geum
Geum 'Mrs J. Bradshaw' is a moderate-growing perennial in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 60 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Red flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Mrs Bradshaw Geum
Mrs Bradshaw Geum suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is an award-winning selection.
Soil & planting
Mrs Bradshaw Geum does best in free-draining and clay soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Mrs Bradshaw Geum does best with regular, moderate watering. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Mrs Bradshaw Geum after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Mrs Bradshaw Geum in the garden
Mrs Bradshaw Geum earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, cut flowers for the vase and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate as Mrs Bradshaw Geum. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Mrs Bradshaw Geum
Plant Sale lists Mrs Bradshaw Geum as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
