Geum 'Tempo Orange'

Geum 'Tempo Orange': A Rhythmic Burst of Fiery Bloom
Vibrant and full of flair, Geum 'Tempo Orange' sets the garden stage alight with brilliant tangerine-orange flowers that pulse with energy from mid-spring through early summer. This compact, floriferous perennial is part of the Tempo series, bred for early blooming and tidy habit. With its semi-double blooms rising on wiry stems above low mounds of green foliage, Tempo Orange adds a bold splash of colour and a rhythmic visual beat to borders, rock gardens, and containers.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 25–30 cm
• Spread: 25–30 cm, forming a compact, mounded clump
• Flower Colour: Intense orange with semi-double, bowl-shaped blooms
• Flowering Period: Mid-spring to early summer; light rebloom possible in cooler weather
• Foliage: Deep green, softly lobed leaves in a dense basal rosette
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to light shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil; prefers humus-rich conditions and consistent moisture

Uses and Benefits: Geum 'Tempo Orange' brings bright, early-season colour to garden beds, front-of-border plantings, and container arrangements. Its compact habit makes it easy to integrate into small gardens or between taller perennials, while its vivid blooms provide a rich nectar source for pollinators. This easy-care perennial offers both colour and structure without overwhelming its neighbours—ideal for rhythmic repetition through mixed plantings.

Companion Plants: Pair Tempo Orange with Salvia 'Bumblesnow', whose crisp white flower spikes offer a cooling contrast to the hot orange tones. Add Achillea 'Sassy Summer Sunset', whose warm-toned, flat-topped blooms mirror the fiery palette and create a layered flowering effect. Finish the composition with Carex 'Everglow', whose fine, amber-tinged blades soften the planting and echo Tempo’s warm hues into autumn.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun to light shade with moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to encourage prolonged blooming. Deadhead to maintain tidiness and promote rebloom. Cut back after flowering to refresh foliage. Divide clumps every 3–4 years in early spring or autumn to rejuvenate and maintain form.

History: Geum 'Tempo Orange' is a member of the Tempo series, developed for compact growth, vivid colouring, and reliable early flowering. Drawing from the tough genetics of species like Geum chiloense and Geum rivale, it brings modern garden performance to an old-fashioned favourite—perfect for gardeners looking to inject spring plantings with bold, upbeat colour.

Final Thoughts: Like a perfectly timed beat in the garden’s spring melody, Geum 'Tempo Orange' energizes plantings with its brilliant blooms and tidy form. Whether standing solo in a container or woven into a perennial rhythm, it delivers both impact and grace—proof that early colour doesn’t have to be fleeting or fussy. A fiery little powerhouse with real garden tempo.