Geranium sessiliflorum 'Nigricans'

Also Known As

Dwarf Black Cranesbill

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 8"
W: 10"

planting zones

5a-10a

Geranium sessiliflorum 'Nigricans' plant details

Geranium sessiliflorum 'Nigricans' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with black and bronze foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geranium sessiliflorum 'Nigricans'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen black and bronze
Mature size: 10 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geranium sessiliflorum 'Nigricans'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ever so useful, this rare black-leaved Geranium stays compact & tidy year around, so it’s ideal for adding color contrast to mixed containers (it won’t take over) & edging. Coppery, blue-black, small scalloped leaves form a dense mound up to 8” x 10,” the perfect foil for brighter neighbors. Adaptable to most soils, it’s also evergreen in our mild climate. Cute little white flowers in Summer. For colorful front of bed foliar contrast, combine with silvery Cerastium candidissimum & blue leaved Dianthus gratianopolitanus. Self-sows.