BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

A cultivar of Geranium which has been selected for the colourful dark markings on the leaves. The flowers are dark purple or nearly black in colour and very pretty when viewed against the unusual leaves. An excellent ground cover plant and a fine choice for a cottage garden or informal border.

Features

• Common name: Hardy Geranium.
• Position: Full sun or shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: May - August.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Informal, dense, clump forming perennial.
• Height: 80 cm (2 ½ ft)
• Spread: 60 cm (2 ft)
• Notes: Once Geranium phaeum 'Samobor' has flowered, remove the old flower stems and old leaves to encourage the production of new leaves and flowers.
• Size: 2L containers