Geranium magnificum 'Alan Mayes'

Geranium magnificum 'Alan Mayes'

Looking for a unique addition to your garden? Look no further than Geranium magnificum 'Alan Mayes'. This hardy perennial, also known as Cranesbill, boasts attractive foliage and stunning blue flowers in late spring and summer. It thrives in shady areas and is perfect for under-planting. With a height and spread easily maintained at 30cm and 50cm respectively, this plant is a great choice for any garden.

• Height: Easily maintained to 30cm
• Spread: Easily maintained to 50cm
• Foliage Colour: Mid-green with a red flush in the Autumn
• Flower Colour: Large Blue flowers with purple veining
• Soil Type: Moist, well drained, sandy, loam
• Position: Full Sun to full shade
• Hardiness: Hardy, H7 (-15 and lower)
• Type: Herbaceous perennial

The mid-green foliage of Geranium magnificum 'Alan Mayes' is complemented by a red flush in the autumn, adding a touch of colour to your garden. The large blue flowers with purple veining are sure to catch the eye and make a statement. This plant prefers moist, well-drained, sandy loam soil and can be grown in full sun to full shade. It is hardy and can withstand temperatures as low as -15 degrees Celsius.

Geraniums are divided into two types: Greenhouse Geraniums (officially Pelargoniums) and hardy perennial Geraniums. This particular variety falls into the latter category and is a great choice for any garden border. The Genus is vast, ranging from small alpines to large perennials, making it a versatile and popular choice among gardeners.

Geranium magnificum 'Alan Mayes' is a low-growing plant, making it ideal for ground cover and perfect for the front of the border. For more vigorous varieties, trimming back after the first flowering will encourage regrowth and a second round of blooms. In winter, the plant will die back, but a good mulch will provide all the nutrients it needs to shoot back up in the spring.