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Geranium 'Mavis Simpson'

Also Known As

  • Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson'
  • Geranium x riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson'
  • Cranesbill
  • Hardy Geranium

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Geranium 'Mavis Simpson' plant details

Geranium 'Mavis Simpson' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with pink foliage. In spring and summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geranium 'Mavis Simpson'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen pink
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Uses: border plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geranium 'Mavis Simpson'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This pretty geranium has small light green foliage that will make a subtle backdrop for the soft pink flowers in June. Combines beautifully with Hakonechola macra 'Aureola'.
'Mavis Simpson’ has pale, satiny pink flowers borne on trailing stems covering a choice mounding carpet of soft gray-green. For greatest impact, plant it on 12 in. centers. This Geranium looks just right with Origanum ‘Bristol Cross’, and Saponaria ‘Max Frei’.

Gardening facts about Geranium 'Mavis Simpson' plant

How to Grow Geranium 'Mavis Simpson'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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Scientific Name: Geranium 'Gerwat'

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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-20"

Width: 24"-48"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-32"

Width: 12"-36"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Spotted Cranesbill, Wild Cranesbill, Wild Geranium, Wood Geranium

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-8b

Size

Height: 18"-24"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun - shade
  • even moisture
  • dry when dormant
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aka Black Widow, Mourning Widow Geranium

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 2'

Width: 18"

  • sun - shade
  • even moisture - occasional
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aka Geranium sanguineum 'Elke', Elke Bloody Cranesbill

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 6"-10"

Width: 24"-36"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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