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Geranium phaeum var. lividum

Also Known As

  • Black Widow
  • Dusky Cranesbill

Plant type

groundcover

size

  • H: 24"-32"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Geranium phaeum var. lividum plant details

Geranium phaeum var. lividum is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geranium phaeum var. lividum

Plant type: groundcover
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 32 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geranium phaeum var. lividum

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A clumping perennial, forming mounds of soft green 7 lobed leaves. In spring and summer long slender stems of reflexed saucer shaped flowers (2cm) of an unusual grey-mauve colour. One of the easiest cranesbills to grow.

By: Zephs

Gardening facts about Geranium phaeum var. lividum plant

How to Grow Geranium phaeum var. lividum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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