If you’re looking to add a pop of color and long-lasting beauty to your garden, Geum ‘Sun Kissed Lime’ is a standout choice. This unique perennial is celebrated for its vibrant orange blooms, lime-green foliage, and impressive resilience, making it an excellent addition to any landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting to explore perennials, this plant offers low-maintenance charm and continuous seasonal interest.
A Splash of Sunshine: The Beauty of Geum ‘Sun Kissed Lime’
One of the most striking features of Geum ‘Sun Kissed Lime’ is its cheerful orange flowers that bloom in late spring through early summer. These bright, semi-double blooms sit atop wiry stems. Dancing in the breeze and adding a delicate, airy texture to garden beds
Its lush lime-green foliage forms a compact mound, offering visual interest even when the plant is not in bloom. The contrast between its cool-toned leaves and warm golden flowers creates a striking display that complements a variety of landscape styles, from cottage gardens to modern mixed borders.
Why Gardeners Love Geum ‘Sun Kissed Lime’
- Long-Lasting Blooms
Unlike some perennials with fleeting flower displays, Geum ‘Sun Kissed Lime’ offers weeks of continuous blooms. With proper deadheading, it may even rebloom later in the season, providing extended beauty throughout summer.
- Pollinator-Friendly
This plant is a magnet for bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for gardeners who want to support local pollinators. Its nectar-rich flowers provide an important food source, helping to sustain biodiversity.
- Low Maintenance & Hardy
Geum ‘Sun Kissed Lime’ is easy to grow and thrives in various conditions. It prefers:
- Full sun to partial shade
- Well-drained soil
- Moderate watering (tolerates some drought once established)
- It’s also deer and rabbit-resistant, making it an ideal choice for gardens that experience wildlife pressure.
Great for Borders & Containers
Thanks to its compact growth habit (about 12-18 inches tall), Geum ‘Sun Kissed Lime’ is perfect for:
- Front-of-border plantings
- Rock gardens
- Containers and mixed perennial beds
- Bring Warmth & Vibrancy to Your Landscape
If you’re looking for a bright, easy-care perennial that enhances your garden with color, texture, and pollinator appeal, Geum ‘Sun Kissed Lime’ is a fantastic choice. Plant it as a focal point, pair it with purple or blue perennials for contrast, or mix it into a wildflower-inspired design for a truly stunning effect.
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