Plants in genus geranium
Geranium phaeum 'Margaret Wilson'
Geranium phaeum 'Margaret Wilson' is a European native dusky cranesbill with variegated green foliage and yellow flecking. It forms an 18-inch tall clump and produces dark purple flowers in mid-spring.
Geranium wlassovianum 'Lakwijk Star'
Geranium wlassovianum 'Lakwijk Star' is native to China, Siberia, and Mongolia, found in damp meadows. It grows to a height of 1 foot and a width of 2 feet, with deeply cut, 3-inch rounded leaves that emerge green with a cinnamon-purple flush. This plant produces dark blue-violet flowers in May, adding a touch of color to gardens with its distinctive foliage and blooms.
Geranium 'Philippe Vapelle'
Geranium 'Philippe Vapelle' is a compact hybrid with lavender flowers featuring darker purple striations. It forms a clump about 1 foot tall and wide, with grey-green quilted foliage. This plant is tolerant of hot, humid climates and blooms in late April, adding a touch of color to gardens.
Geranium maculatum 'Espresso'
Geranium maculatum 'Espresso' is a native deciduous species with lobed chocolate brown foliage and light lavender flowers that bloom in early spring. This plant forms a 15-inch wide clump and is known for its ability to attract butterflies.
Geranium magnificum
Geranium magnificum is a sterile hybrid known for its blue-violet flowers with red veins that bloom in late spring to early summer. It features hairy, snowflake-shaped foliage that may turn red in the fall. This plant grows in 2-foot wide clumps, adding a splash of color to gardens.
Geranium phaeum 'Raven'
Geranium phaeum 'Raven' is a plant with dark black-purple flowers and solid green leaves, growing to a height and width of 18 inches. It begins flowering in early April and is ideal for gardens seeking a unique color contrast. This plant is suitable for part sun to light shade and attracts butterflies.
Geranium pratense 'Midnight Reiter'
Geranium pratense 'Midnight Reiter' is a dwarf perennial known for its striking dark reddish-violet foliage. It forms a compact mound about 1 foot wide and produces royal blue flowers in the summer. This plant is vegetatively propagated and is suitable for both sun and light shade, making it versatile for various garden settings.
Geranium 'Karmina'
Geranium 'Karmina' is a hardy plant that grows 6-12 inches tall and wide, spreading by underground rhizomes. It blooms from late spring through frost, producing white to blush-pink flowers with pink stamens. This plant attracts butterflies and develops a red tinge in its foliage during fall. It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Geranium 'Sweet Heidy'
Geranium 'Sweet Heidy' is a compact plant with large blue-lavender flowers featuring a white central pattern. It blooms from late spring until fall and is ideal for attracting butterflies.
Geranium 'Brookside'
Geranium 'Brookside' is a perennial plant known for its rich sapphire-blue flowers that bloom in late spring. It forms a 2-foot wide clump with deeply serrated foliage that remains attractive throughout the summer. This plant is suitable for both sun and light shade, making it versatile for various garden settings. Its ability to attract butterflies and its resistance to rabbits make it a practical choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. The plant's vibrant flowers and lush foliage add a splash of color to any landscape.
Geranium 'Chocolate Candy'
Geranium 'Chocolate Candy' is a low-growing plant with small scalloped leaves and dark purple foliage. It forms a 1-foot wide mound and produces light pink flowers from May to July, adding a touch of color to shaded garden areas.
Geranium incanum 'Sugar Plum'
Geranium incanum 'Sugar Plum' is a South African native with airy, finely-cut green leaves and large lavender purple flowers. It forms an open mound up to 3 feet wide and blooms from late spring through summer. This plant thrives in well-drained, full sun sites and is known for attracting butterflies, making it a delightful addition to sunny gardens.
Geranium 'Sandrine'
Geranium 'Sandrine' is a hybrid geranium known for its rich purple flowers with black throats and golden yellow foliage. It has a scrambling growth habit, making it ideal for cottage gardens and groundcover. This plant attracts butterflies and is resistant to rabbits.
Geranium pratense 'Plenum Violaceum'
Geranium pratense 'Plenum Violaceum' is a form of meadow cranesbill with double, dark violet flowers that bloom in July. It forms a 3-foot wide clump with dark green, snowflake-shaped leaves, adding a touch of elegance to garden spaces.
Geranium 'Espresso'
Geranium 'Espresso' is a groundcover plant with deeply lobed dark foliage and light pinky-purple blooms. It flowers from late spring to early summer and attracts butterflies and bees. This plant forms mounded colonies, making it ideal for erosion control and xeric gardens. It prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, and is resistant to disease, deer, and rabbits.
Geranium 'Dragon Heart'
Geranium 'Dragon Heart' forms a 2-foot tall by 3-foot wide clump with magenta-purple flowers and nearly black centers. It flowers from late spring to summer and performs well in hot, humid summers. This plant is a delightful addition to gardens, attracting butterflies and adding vibrant color.
Geranium 'Terra Franche'
Geranium 'Terra Franche' is a European hybrid known for its fuzzy grey-green leaves and large blue-violet flowers. This clumping plant grows to 15 inches tall and is more heat tolerant than other varieties, making it ideal for rock gardens.
Geranium pratense 'Victor Reiter Jr'
Geranium pratense 'Victor Reiter Jr' is a hardy geranium with purple foliage in spring that turns green with a purple edge in hot summers. It forms 30-inch wide clumps and produces dark royal blue flowers in midsummer. This plant is ideal for adding color and texture to garden landscapes.
Geranium cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'
Geranium cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' is a hybrid with evergreen foliage and a carpeting habit. It features flat white flowers with pale pink centers and prefers shade. This well-behaved ground cover has a long bloom period and requires trimming of spent flower stalks.
Geranium magnificum 'Rosemoor'
Geranium magnificum 'Rosemoor' is a sterile hybrid of Geranium ibericum x platypetalum, forming a 20-inch wide clump of cutleaf green foliage. It produces 2-inch blue-violet flowers heavily veined in red in May, held above the foliage in large outfacing masses. This plant is a striking addition to gardens with its vibrant blooms.
Geranium 'Orion'
Geranium 'Orion' is a hybrid perennial known for its non-flopping, heat- and humidity-tolerant nature. It forms a clump of deeply cut green foliage, reaching 30 inches tall and 3 feet wide. In spring, it produces large, intensely blue flowers, making it a striking addition to sunny garden areas. This geranium is a reliable choice for attracting butterflies and resisting rabbits.
Geranium 'Cambridge'
Geranium 'Cambridge' is a charming ground cover perfect for lightly shaded woodland gardens. This hybrid forms an 8-inch high mat that can spread over 2 feet, featuring glossy foliage and blue-pink flowers that bloom in spring and fall. It is resistant to rabbits and can thrive in rain gardens, making it a versatile addition to various garden settings. Its ability to attract butterflies adds to its appeal in a naturalistic garden design.
Geranium oxonianum f. thurstonianum
Geranium oxonianum f. thurstonianum is a hybrid geranium with larger foliage and flowers than its parent species. It features funnel-shaped, saturated pink flowers with a white eye and forms symmetrical mounds of light emerald green foliage.
Geranium 'Azure Rush'
Geranium 'Azure Rush' is a compact plant discovered in Germany in 2007, known for its continuous flowering habit through October. It features lighter lavender flowers and forms an 18-inch tall by 2-foot wide clump. This geranium is a mutation of the popular 'Rozanne' variety.
Geranium 'Patricia'
Geranium 'Patricia' is a hybrid perennial with bold dark green foliage and magenta flowers with a black throat. It forms a 3-foot-wide by 2-foot-tall clump and blooms from summer through fall, attracting butterflies and other pollinators.
Geranium 'Jolly Bee'
Geranium 'Jolly Bee' is a hybrid plant known for its large blue-purple flowers with a white eye. It forms a 2-foot tall mound and blooms from June until frost, attracting butterflies to the garden. This plant is a favorite for its long blooming period and vibrant color.
Geranium sanguineum 'John Elsley'
Geranium sanguineum 'John Elsley', a selection of bloody cranesbill, is notable for its small, cutleaf foliage and wine-colored flowers. It blooms from early to midsummer and is known for attracting butterflies. This perennial is suitable for sun to part sun conditions and is resistant to rabbits, making it a great addition to rain gardens and sun perennials.
Geranium oxonianum
Geranium oxonianum is a compact plant with chocolate-patterned foliage and light lavender pink flowers that bloom in May and June. It forms clumps 1 foot tall and 18 inches wide, making it a great choice for garden borders.
Geranium pratense 'Splish Splash'
Geranium pratense 'Splish Splash' is a tall meadow cranesbill with white flowers spotted with blue and mauve. It features shredded delicate foliage and forms pleasant clumping neighbors to other plants. This geranium is suitable for a variety of garden settings.