Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Double flowers
Growth Habit
Upright / clump-forming
Bloom Season
Late spring to summer
Flavour Profile
Not edible
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Direct sow
Plant Type
Flowering ornamental
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
12–18 in
Light Requirement
Full sun / Partial shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
4–8
Container Garden
Suitable
Plant Spacing
12–18 in
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Well-draining
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Blazing Sunset Geum different from single-flowered Geum varieties?
What makes Blazing Sunset Geum different from single-flowered Geum varieties?
Its fully double blooms create a fuller, more dramatic display with rich, warm colors.
Can this Geum brighten cottage garden borders?
Can this Geum brighten cottage garden borders?
Yes, it adds vibrant seasonal color to borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial beds.
Will the flowers make attractive cut blooms?
Will the flowers make attractive cut blooms?
Yes, the sturdy stems and long-lasting flowers are suitable for fresh floral arrangements.
Can Blazing Sunset Geum be planted with ornamental grasses?
Can Blazing Sunset Geum be planted with ornamental grasses?
Yes, it pairs beautifully with grasses and other sun-loving perennial flowers.
Do butterflies and bees visit the flowers?
Do butterflies and bees visit the flowers?
Yes, the nectar-rich blooms may attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinating insects.
Does removing faded flowers encourage continued blooming?
Does removing faded flowers encourage continued blooming?
Yes, regular deadheading helps promote additional flowers throughout the growing season.