Geum rivale 'Leonard's Variety'
With so many yellows and blues around early in the year, this pink-red selection is a real pleaser, making lovely combinations without being brash. As a bonus, one can often expect a second flowering in August or September, especially after shears take it down to ground in mid-June.
Prefers moisture-retentive soil. The soft pink-red colour provides gentle tones for spring borders. The potential for rebloom extends the season significantly. Combines well with early bulbs and emerging perennials. The nodding flowers are characteristic of water avens species.
Growing Conditions
Light: part shade to full sun
Moisture: moist
Soil: moisture-retentive
Hardiness zone: 5
Maintenance: low to moderate
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 35
Spread (cm): 50
Habit: clumping
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: Apr–June
Seasonal interest: spring bloom; potential fall rebloom; soft pink-red
Foliage: green
Flower: pink red
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: pollinators
Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes
Habitat: moist borders; woodland edges; stream sides
Features: pink-red flowers; reblooms if cut back; soft color; nodding blooms; moisture-loving; gentle tones
Notes: reblooms in Aug-Sept if cut back mid-June; gentle color; moisture-retentive soil preferred