geum

Profuse and large, 1.5″, glowing gold washed in tangerine or red, semi-double flowers born in May and June on top of thin but sturdy stems. Foliage is fuzzy, bright green with good deer resistance. Excellent specimen for a cutting garden.

Plant in cool, well-drained, nutrient rich soil amended with organic matter like Petitti Planting Mix. Water well after planting; maintain 1” of water, once a week the first year. Use Plant-tone and Iron-tone in spring or at planting; apply Osmocote in summer after deadheading or shearing to encourage new blooms. Mulch 1-2” to suppress weeds and retain soil moisture. Divide in spring or fall when necessary.