Geranium macrorrhizum Bevan’s Variety. Deep magenta pink flowers with red sepals. Aromatic foliage. Forms a thick, weed-suppressing groundcover. Tolerates moderate shade and dryness, but can also be grown in full sun with moist soil. Can be grown under black walnut trees. Deer resistant. 12 – 18″
Botanical Name- Geranium mac Bevan’s Variety Pronunciation- juh-RAY-nee-um mak Foliage- Semi-evergreen Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun or shade Soil Preferences- Average, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Deep magenta Bloom Time- Late spring – early summer Companion Plants- Old-fashioned Bleeding Heart – classic cottage shade duo Fauna Attracted- Bees (mason, honey), butterflies, hoverflies Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP1 Yearly Care Instructions- Remove spent flower stems; water moderately and cut back in fall if foliage declines. Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming. Cut back old stems in late fall or early spring. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. In clay, add compost to avoid waterlogged roots. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Botrytis blight, rust
