Geranium x Biokovo

Cranesbill, Perennial Geranium

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Type: Perennials, Groundcovers
Height: Short 6-12" (Plant 18" apart)
Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
Sun-Shade: Full Sun to Mostly Shady
Zones: 5-8   Find Your Zone
Soil Condition: Normal, Sandy, Acidic
Flower / Accent: White / White
Pot Size: 3.5" square x 4" deep

2015 Perennial Plant Association's Plant of the Year! Geranium Biokovo from the Biokovo Mountains in Europe exhibits masses of pink centered white flowers from late spring to mid summer. The showy stamens dance with the slightest breeze. Delightful aromatic foliage turns red in the fall making this a garden pleasure year round.

Geranium Biokovo is a naturally occurring hybrid of Geranium dalmaticum and Geranium macrorrhizum found in present-day Croatia. This stunning variety has an overall effect of a blushing pink geranium. Plant with its deep rose colored cousin, Biokovo Karmina for a stunning combination.

Features to Note:

  • Blooms for 4 Weeks or More
  • OK in Containers
  • Winter Interest
  • Deer Resistant
  • Perennial Plant of the Year
  • Beneficial for Pollinators

Geranium General Information:

Perennial Geranium are always a favorite for its excellent mounding habit and late spring to summer bloom time. Lovely foliage complements the flowers well. Many of the flowers exhibit interesting veining. Geranium cantabrigiense are tolerant of both wet and dry conditions. Masses of flowers from late spring to mid summer.

Geranium Plant Care:

Snip off spent flowering stems at the base or shear tops back to new growth to stimulate rebloom and freshen foliage. Generally does not need division but can be divided in spring or fall if desired.

$10.95 ea.
(3+) $10.50 ea.
Ships: Fall 2016
Plant Code: GEBI