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Geranium incanum

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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

Geranium incanum is grown as a trailing or mounding perennial to a size of 1' tall, spreading by underground runners to cover relatively large areas if healthy. Its foliage has a wispy, ferny texture. The lavender flowers with yellow green centers can appear from spring through fall. Trim plant after bloom period to prevent reseeding. The plant needs good drainage, and most suffer die back in cold winters. It flourishes in coastal areas. It does well in full to part sun. It needs occasional watering once it's established. Great plant for containers, in rock gardens, next to walkways.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Lavender

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.