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Geranium phaeum 'Shadowlight'

Also Known As

Shadowlight Cranesbill
Shadowlight Hardy Geranium

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Geranium phaeum 'Shadowlight' plant details

Geranium phaeum 'Shadowlight' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with bronze, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geranium phaeum 'Shadowlight'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geranium phaeum 'Shadowlight'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Remarkable marked foliage is this plant's trademark… lobed green leaves are stamped with a yellow-cream center that is edged in purple markings. Slowly expanding. Tidy clumps 8-10" tall and eventually 24" wide. Dark purple blooms in summer. Deer and critter resistant; part to full shade; organic, well drained, moist soil.