Ingwersen's Variety bigroot geranium
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ingwersen's Variety'
Overview
Ingwersen's Variety bigroot geranium is an ornamental perennial that produces large, magenta-pinkish flowers atop long green stems. It is a unique variety of the Geranium macrorrhizum species and has a compact, low-growing habit that makes it ideal for edging borders or growing in containers. Its handsomely lobed, dark green foliage matures to a deep bronze colour before changing to shades of red and purple in the winter. It's undemanding nature makes it easy to care for, and it prefers moist soils and full to partial sun. Ingwersen's Variety bigroot geranium is a beautiful addition to any garden, and it's showy blooms will add colour and life to any landscape.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimum — every "7-10" days.
Light
Deep shade, Filtered shade, Full sun, Part sun/part shade.
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Hardiness zone 2-2.
Pruning
Best pruned in July, August.
Propagation
Seed Propagation
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Pest resistant, Disease resistant, Deer resistant, Drought resistant.
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