Overwintering guide
How to overwinter geum 'mrs bradshaw'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills geum 'mrs bradshaw' in winter
Cutting geum 'mrs bradshaw' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering geum 'mrs bradshaw' — FAQ
Does geum 'mrs bradshaw' need to come indoors for winter?
Geum 'Mrs Bradshaw' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 5 — winter lows around -29°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Geum 'Mrs Bradshaw' is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move geum 'mrs bradshaw' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water geum 'mrs bradshaw' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills geum 'mrs bradshaw' over winter?
Cutting geum 'mrs bradshaw' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.