bigroot geranium Interesting Notes

Deep magenta flowers in summer. Low spreading clumps of palmate, aromatic leaves. The most intensely colored variety in this species. Use around trees or shrubs that provide partial shade. - Blooms of Bressingham

Geranium is derived from the Greek geranós, meaning crane. The common name, cranesbill, derives from the shape of the fruit capsule that appears in some of the species.

Geranium macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety' Growing and Maintenance Tips

Prefers average, well-drained soils. Moist, organic soils will promote spreading. Tolerates summer heat well if given ample moisture. Plants can be sheared to 3" (8 cm) to rejuvenate. Rarely needs division.

Good Substitutions

Geranium × cantabrigiense 'Karmina'

Geranium macrorrhizum 'Album'

Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ingwersen's Variety'

Geranium 'Azure Rush'