Geum 'Lady Stratheden'

Overview & Features

• Geum ‘Lady Stratheden’ is a long-established, hardy perennial known for its bright golden-yellow double flowers.

• Produces cheerful blooms on upright stems from late spring into early summer.

• Forms neat clumps of mid-green, slightly hairy foliage.

• Typically reaches 45–60 cm in height when in flower.

• Ideal for cottage gardens, mixed borders, and informal planting schemes.

• Excellent for adding warm colour to early summer displays.

• Attractive to bees and other pollinators.

• Makes a useful cut flower for small arrangements.

This variety is valued for its reliable performance and vibrant, long-lasting blooms.

Planting & Positioning

• Plant in full sun or light partial shade.

• Performs best in moderately fertile, well-drained soil.

• Prefers soil that retains some moisture but does not remain waterlogged.

• Improve soil with compost or organic matter before planting.

• Avoid very dry or poorly drained sites.

• Dig a hole slightly wider and the same depth as the pot.

• Position the crown level with the soil surface.

• Backfill, firm gently, and water thoroughly after planting.

• Space plants approximately 40–50 cm apart to allow for clump development.

Geum thrives in open borders with good air circulation.

Watering, Feeding & Flowering

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots.

• Keep soil evenly moist during dry spells to maintain flowering.

• Avoid overwatering, especially in winter.

• Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage healthy growth and blooms.

• Alternatively, apply compost annually to maintain soil fertility.

• Flowering typically begins in late spring and continues into early summer.

• Deadhead spent flowers regularly to prolong the flowering period.

Consistent moisture and light feeding support a strong display.

Pruning, Maintenance & General Care

• Remove faded flower stems promptly to encourage further blooms.

• Trim back flowering stems after the main flush to keep plants tidy.

• Cut back old foliage in late autumn or early spring as new growth emerges.

• Divide clumps every 3–4 years in spring or autumn to maintain vigour.

• Apply mulch annually to conserve moisture and improve soil structure.

• Generally low maintenance and pest resistant in suitable conditions.

• Protect crowns from excessive winter wet.

With sun or light shade and well-drained soil, Geum ‘Lady Stratheden’ will provide bright golden blooms and reliable garden performance year after year.

• Size
  2L

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

Click & Collect

Can’t wait for delivery? Why not try our FREE Click & Collect service? Simply make your purchase online and collect it from our store located in Croagh Co. Limerick. Our staff will contact you by phone when your order is ready for collection (Please allow 24 hours minimum). When collecting your item, call the store on 069-64084. We will then load into your car as required. This service is available in-store 9am – 6pm Monday – Saturday (No collections on Sundays)

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