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Geranium Seeds - Orchid Blue
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
3 - 9
HEIGHT
12 - 18 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
BLOOM COLOR
Blue
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Normal, well draining soils which are humus rich
DEER RESISTANT
No
LATIN NAME
Geranium bohemicum
About...
Geranium (Geranium bohemicum Orchid Blue) - Geranium 'Orchid Blue' is a simply stunning plant, producing clusters of 3/4 inch saucer shaped flowers of a rarely seen shade of pure orchid-blue, each with purple-violet veins growing on bushy plants.MORE GERANIUM OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
55 - 60F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
21 - 60 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
Barely cover seed with compost or vermiculite and leave in sealed bag
SOWING RATE
2 - 3 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Make sure the compost is moist but not wet
PLANT SPACING
12 inches
Geranium (Geranium bohemicum Orchid Blue) - Geranium 'Orchid Blue' is a simply stunning plant, producing clusters of 3/4 inch saucer shaped flowers of a rarely seen shade of pure orchid-blue, each with purple-violet veins growing on bushy plants. Growing 12 - 18 inches in height, this gorgeous plant soon spreads to form low hummocks of deeply cut soft green, leaves. Makes a delightful show, particularly when situated in a sunny position in the border. Can be used for a ground cover, cottage gardens, or alpine and rock gardens.
Suitable for any well drained soil, ‘Orchid Blue’ are at their best in full sun, they are invaluable for their pretty flowers, attractive foliage, and their ability to cover the ground, a contribution in the suppression of weeds in the border. This short lived perennial will flower the first year from an early sowing. A short-lived border and ground cover plant which self-seeds to keep continuity. They have a willingness to flourish without any special attention, and what is more they are very hardy which in my book makes them irreplaceable for most garden situations.
Common Questions
What are some ways to use this flower in my landscape?
Geranium bohemicum is great for cottage and informal gardens, gravel gardens, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, beds and borders or as a ground cover.
Do I need to prune Geranium bohemicum?
Yes, basal leaves often wilt at the flowering stage, cut back after flowering to tidy faded foliage.
Are there any pests that are a problem for Geranium bohemicum?
Yes, Geranium bohemicum may be susceptible to vine weevil, geranium sawfly, slugs and snails.
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