Ensure that each of these separate pieces has a root. Plant the pieces during spring or autumn. These can grow into full-sized plants that you can put in your garden. You can divide geum plants every 2 or 3 years.

When should I divide Geums?

It is well worth dividing the plants every 3 to 4 years. This is an essential regime with the Chiloense cultivars.

Should you cut back Geums after flowering?

You can also take cuttings from the base in early spring. They may succumb to powdery mildew at the end of the summer, just remove any affected stems. Prune back hard after flowering to give the foliage a boost for the rest of the year.