Geum 'Alabama Slammer' (Cocktails Series)
Geum 'Alabama Slammer' (Cocktails Series)
Geum 'Alabama Slammer' from the Cocktails Series is a compact clump-forming perennial grown for its warm coloured flowers and tidy foliage.
The plant forms a dense mound of deeply lobed green leaves with toothed edges. Dark purple stems rise above the foliage and carry single to semi-double flowers.
The blooms show golden yellow centres with soft orange and red tones around the edges. Flowers appear from late spring into early summer.
You can use this geum at the front of borders, in cottage gardens, or within wildlife planting. The upright stems add movement and colour above the foliage.
Where could you add early summer colour in your garden? A group of Geum 'Alabama Slammer' works well along paths and border edges.
Key Features
- Botanical name: Geum 'Alabama Slammer'
- Series: Cocktails Series
- Common name: Avens
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Flower colour: Yellow centres with orange and red edges
- Flowering period: Late spring to early summer
- Height: up to 50cm
- Spread: up to 50cm
- Position: Full sun or partial shade
- Soil: Moist but well-drained soil
Benefits for UK Wildlife
- Open flowers provide pollen and nectar for bees.
- Early-season blooms support pollinating insects.
- Suitable for wildlife-friendly borders and mixed planting.
Planting Tips
- Plant in moist but well-drained soil.
- Choose full sun or partial shade.
- Space plants about 40–50cm apart to allow clumps to develop.
- Remove faded flowers to encourage more blooms.
- Lift and divide clumps every few years to maintain strong growth.
Why Grow Geum 'Alabama Slammer'?
- Compact clumps suit small gardens and border fronts.
- Warm coloured flowers brighten late spring planting.
- Strong stems hold flowers above the foliage.
- Supports bees and other pollinating insects.
Add Geum 'Alabama Slammer' to your garden if you want reliable late spring colour and flowers that attract pollinators.