Geranium incanum

Also Known As

Carpet Geranium

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-11"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

9a-11

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Geranium incanum plant details

Geranium incanum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geranium incanum

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 11 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, long-blooming, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geranium incanum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A soft, flowing perennial. Saucer shaped, 3.5cm, pink-purple flowers, are produced prolifically over fine, filigree foliage. One of the best plants we have ever grown. Will grow in any soil providing there is adequate drainage. Best in Full Sun, but can handle Light Shade. Great for spilling down walls, over rocks, path edges, etc.

By: Zephs

Whether billowing up over rocks and neighboring plants or spilling out of an attractive container, this trailing groundcover forms wide cushions of finely-cut, fern-like foliage making it a handsome choice for the California garden. Add the abundant, violet-pink flowers that bloom throughout the summer and fall, and you have a plant that never fails to impress. Cut back hard every other year to maintain a clean appearance. Remarkably drought tolerant once established and reported to be deer resistant. Least hardy of the true geraniums but likely to reseed with reckless abandon in the garden. South Africa.