Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum'

Bigroot Geranium

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Common Name:

Bigroot Geranium

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

35 cm

Bigroot Geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum') - Description

Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum' forms compact mounds of beautifully lobed leaves are striped and splashed with cream to white, that turns reddish to pink tinged in the fall. Put this plant close to a pathway or patio container to enjoy the fragrant foliage. This plant will work great in dry shade areas, as it does have some drought tolerance. Unlike its non variegated parent, Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum' spreads very slowly and therefore is a lot easier to maintain.

Bigroot Geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum') - Blooming

Most Cranesbill start blooming in May and will continue through the autumn. If the summer heat causes the flowers to fad, trim back and water heavily to promote continued blooming.

Bigroot Geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum') - Growth

They prefer full sun or half sun, but are tolerant of many conditions. They are cold hardy and will last through autumn. The roots can become invasive.

Bigroot Geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum') - Planting

Many Cranesbill will self-sow, but hybrids may not come true from seed. In those cases you should either use cuttings, which may be difficult to root, or by dividing the roots, which is much easier.

Bigroot Geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum') - Interesting facts

The plants that most people know as Geranium are actually classified as Pelargonium.