Geum 'Banana Daiquiri' (Cocktails Series)
Geum 'Banana Daiquiri' (Cocktails Series)
Geum 'Banana Daiquiri' from the Cocktails Series is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial with basal rosettes of lobed green leaves.
Bright lemon-yellow semi-double flowers appear on short stems from late spring to mid-summer, rising above the foliage. Flowers bring continuous colour through the early summer months.
You can use it at the front of borders, in mixed perennial planting, or in wildlife-friendly gardens. Its compact size makes it ideal for small spaces and containers.
Where could you add early summer nectar to your garden? Plant Geum 'Banana Daiquiri' in sunny spots where pollinators can access its blooms easily.
Key Features
- Botanical name: Geum 'Banana Daiquiri'
- Series: Cocktails Series
- Common name: Avens
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Flower colour: Lemon-yellow
- Flowering period: Late spring to mid-summer
- Height: up to 45cm
- Spread: up to 35cm
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Moist but well-drained soil
Benefits for UK Wildlife
- Flowers provide nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinators.
- Supports early summer pollinating insects when other flowers are fading.
- Works well in wildlife-friendly perennial borders.
Planting Tips
- Plant in moist, well-drained soil with full sun exposure.
- Space plants 40–50cm apart to allow clumps to expand.
- Remove spent flowers to encourage additional blooms.
- Divide clumps every few years to maintain healthy growth and flower production.
Why Grow Geum 'Banana Daiquiri'?
- Compact habit suits small gardens, borders, and containers.
- Bright lemon-yellow flowers provide early summer colour.
- Short stems keep blooms neat above the foliage.
- Attracts bees and other pollinators to your garden.
Add Geum 'Banana Daiquiri' to sunny borders for continuous colour and to support pollinators from late spring through mid-summer.