Geranium cinereum 'Laurence Flatman'

Hardy Geranium Cranesbill

Geranium cinereum 'Lawrence Flatman'

Semi-evergreen Perennial

"Many hardy Geranium have lost favor because they are either huge and unwieldy perennials or they don’t bloom for long enough. This one does neither. A low compact tuft of silvery foliage mostly stays put. Beginning in spring and continuously through summer simple copious purple flowers appear with a lavender back drop and dramatic darker raspberry veining. Very pretty- in combination with the foliage its a winner. Floriferous enough to be used in seasonal containers. This hardy geranium appreciates full, hot sun and open site and well drained soil. Light but consistent summer water. The flowering stems will elongate and climb through nearby plants and flowers will show up where you least expect them. Foliage clump to about 18″ wide. Completely winter deciduous and not bothered by slugs or snails." Courtesy Xera Plants

Growing Conditions

Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8

Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun, Afternoon Sun, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Water Needs: Low, Occasional, Regular / Even

Description

Size: 4 - 6 tall x 18 - 24 wide
Shape / Form: Low and Spreading, Rounded
Foliage Texture: Fine
Foliage Quality: Fine

Features: Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Flowers, Long Blooming

Foliage Color: Silver / Gray

Flower Color: Magenta / Deep Pink, Mutli-color
Bloom Season: Fall, Spring, Summer
Flower Shape: Single


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Container, Edging, Mixed Border, Small Gardens
Special Situations: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Wildlife: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Late Spring / Early Summer, Late Summer / Early Fall, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: front of border, matrix / mingler
Collections: eGardenGo Favorite, Great Plant Pick, Plants That Earn Their Keep

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: medium
Maintenance Tasks: Deadheading, Cut Back to Rejuvenate

Suitable Substitutes

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