Geranium × riversleaianum Russell Pritchard AGM

Geranium × riversleaianum Russell Pritchard AGM

A low growing variety with a summer flowering period, the Geranium × riversleaianum Russell Pritchard AGM is a unique and attractive plant. Its fine foliage produces a small mound in spring, from which lovely open purple flowers bloom. This hardy herbaceous perennial is easily maintained at a height of 30cm and spread of 50cm. Its grey-green foliage and vibrant purple flowers make it a standout in any garden.

• Height: Easily maintained to 30cm
• Spread: Easily maintained to 50cm
• Foliage Colour: Grey green 
• Flower Colour: Purple
• Soil Type: Moist, well drained, sandy, loam, clay, chalk
• Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Hardiness: Hardy, H4 (-5 and lower)
• Type: Herbaceous perennial

Native to Kashmir, this Geranium thrives in moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a variety of conditions, from full sun to partial shade. With a hardiness rating of H4 (-5 and lower), it is a resilient plant that can withstand colder temperatures. It is grown in a 2 litre pot, ensuring a healthy and robust plant upon arrival.

Geraniums are often confused with Pelargoniums, but this particular variety belongs to the hardy perennial Geraniums, also known as Crane's Bill. These plants are easy to grow and are a great addition to any garden border. With a wide range of sizes and varieties, they can be used as ground cover or at the front of a border.

Typically, Geraniums are happy in most conditions, except for very wet and boggy areas. They can tolerate full sun to semi-shade and mainly flower from spring to late summer. After the first flowering, it is recommended to trim back the plant to encourage regrowth and a second flowering. In winter, a good mulch will provide the plant with the nutrients it needs to shoot away in the spring.