Geranium subcaulescens – AGM

Looking for a unique addition to your garden? Look no further than Geranium subcaulescens. This low-growing variety of grey cranesbill boasts a late spring to summer flowering period, producing a small mound of grey-green foliage. But what truly sets this plant apart are its open, vivid purple flowers with a dark eye, creating a stunning effect.

With a height and spread easily maintained at 10cm and 30cm respectively, this evergreen perennial herbaceous plant is fully hardy once established (H5). It thrives in moist, well-drained soil, including sandy, loam, and chalk, and can be planted in full sun to semi-shade.

• Height:Easily maintained to 10cm
• Spread:Easily maintained to 30cm
• Foliage Colour:Grey green
• Flower Colour:Vivid Purple
• Flowering Season:Late springthrough to summer
• Soil Type:Moist, well drained, sandy, loam, chalk
• Position:Full Sun – Semi Shade
• Hardiness:Fully Hardy once established, H5
• Type:Evergreen Perennial

Geraniums are divided into two types: greenhouse geraniums (officially known as Pelargoniums) and hardy perennial geraniums, also known as Crane’s Bill. This particular variety falls into the latter category, making it a great addition to any garden border. The genus is vast, ranging from small alpines to large perennials.

Hardy perennial geraniums are generally easy to grow and can tolerate most conditions, except for very wet and boggy areas. They mainly flower from spring to late summer and have a low growth habit, making them ideal for ground cover and the front of borders. For more vigorous varieties, trimming back after the first flowering can encourage regrowth and a second flowering. And once they die back in winter, a good mulch will provide all the nutrients needed for a strong spring growth.