Geum coccineum 'Tosai Yellow'

Geum coccineum ‘Tosai Yellow’ is a compact, clump-forming perennial. It makes a low mound of mid-green, hairy leaves and bears bright yellow flowers on upright stems from late spring into early summer.

Key Features

• Height: up to 50cm
• Spread: up to 50cm
• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: moist but well drained
• Flowering: late spring into early summer
• Habit: compact, clump-forming perennial

Why Choose ‘Tosai Yellow’?

• Bright yellow blooms add strong colour early in the season
• Compact size suits borders, beds, or containers
• Tolerates some shade where other plants struggle
• Pairs well with taller plants for layered planting

Wildlife Benefits

• Open flower form gives bees easy access to pollen and nectar
• Flowers attract butterflies in late spring
• Low mound of leaves offers shelter for ground-level insects

Do you want more pollinators early in your garden? Plant this where bees can forage easily in spring.

Planting Tips

• Plant in soil that stays moist but drains well
• Add organic matter before planting for soil structure
• Space plants about 40–50cm apart for airflow
• Deadhead flowers to encourage a tidy look
• Combine with spring and summer-flowering perennials

You can use ‘Tosai Yellow’ at the front of a border or in a cottage-style planting scheme. It keeps a neat shape while giving clear, bright colour.

Alternative Names

• Geum ‘Tosai Yellow’
• Avens ‘Tosai Yellow’

This plant gives you reliable early-season colour and support for pollinators in your UK garden. Try it where you want bright flowers and a compact form.