General Description | Geum 'Mrs. J. Bradshaw' is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial with semi-double, brilliant red flowers. |
Landscape | Works well 'en masse', as a ground cover or border plant. |
Propagation | Will come true from seed. |
Cultivation | Grow in full sun to part shade, in moist, well-drained, average soil. In cool climates, grow in moist, more fertile soil; in hot, humid climates, needs afternoon shade. Flowering period may be extended by promptly cutting back old stems. |
Pests | Possible pests include: aphids, red spider mites and sawflies. No serious diseases of note. |
Notable Specimens | |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description | Hairy, scalloped, heart-shaped, dark green, terminal, pinnately arranged, basal. |
Flower Description | Semi-double, orange to brilliant red, up to 4.5 cm in diameter, in loose, branching clusters. |