Geranium Stormy Night
Large clumps of deep mahogany-bronze foliage develop beneath bright, faintly-veined mauve-purple flowers with creamy white centres from spring through to autumn.
Botanical Name | Geranium maculatum |
Common Name | Stormy Night |
Key Features | Long flowering from spring until late autumn and into winter in some warmer climates. Mauve-purple flowers provide spectacular colour against dark purple foliage. |
Size | Foliage grows to 50cm high x 60cm wide. |
Position | Grow in a part to full shade position in well drained soil for best results. Frost tolerant once established. |
Description | Long flowering from spring until late autumn and into winter in some warmer climates. Mauve-purple flowers provide spectacular colour against dark purple foliage. |
Cultural Notes | Mulch well to maintain soil moisture, particularly over the warmer months. Remove spent flowers to encourage re-bloom. Cut back the foliage to 15cm above the soil in winter which encourages fresh growth for spring. |
Landscape Ideas | A spectacular plant for hanging baskets, pots or as a ground cover in the garden. |
Water Requirements | Low – medium |
- Ideal for pots and hanging baskets.