Mrs. Bradshaw Geum

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Mrs. Bradshaw Geum is a captivating perennial known for its vibrant, fiery orange-red flowers that provide an eye-catching contrast in any garden. This hybrid variety of Geum (also known as Avens) thrives in sunny spots and blooms profusely throughout late spring and early summer. With its unique, fern-like foliage and long-lasting blossoms, the Mrs. Bradshaw Geum is a fantastic choice for flower beds, borders, or as a striking focal point in cottage-style gardens. Its resilience and cheerful flowers also make it a great option for cut flower arrangements, bringing beauty both indoors and outdoors.

Features:

1. Bright Orange-Red Flowers: Features showy, bright orange-red blooms that add a pop of color to your garden from late spring to early summer.
2. Fern-like Foliage: Attractive, lacy foliage that contrasts beautifully with the vibrant blooms, creating a soft and textured appearance.
3. Long-Lasting Blooms: Enjoy colorful flowers for several weeks, bringing brightness to your garden well into the summer months.
4. Attracts Pollinators: The bright flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.
5. Low Maintenance: Easy to grow with minimal care required, making it a perfect choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
6. Ideal for Borders and Flower Beds: Works well in sunny garden borders, cottage gardens, or as an eye-catching specimen plant.

Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Marie Ballard Aster Mrs. Bradshaw Geum (Geum x hortense)
• Flower Color: Bright orange-red
• Plant Height: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
• Spacing: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers moist soil but is drought-tolerant once established
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer