Geranium phaeum var. lividum 'Joan Baker'

Also Known As

Joan Baker Geranium

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-36"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Geranium phaeum var. lividum 'Joan Baker' plant details

Geranium phaeum var. lividum 'Joan Baker' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geranium phaeum var. lividum 'Joan Baker'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geranium phaeum var. lividum 'Joan Baker'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large 1" lavender (not its usual sombre tone) flowers with a distinctive dark eye decorate this strong growing (to 3') member of a species always appreciated for its foliage and its ability to grow in shade. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

A strong grower with a delicate flower color; pale lavender fading white to the center, which has a ring of purple veins. As all G. phaeum, very drought tolerant in shade. Clumping.