Geranium × oxonianum Elworthy Misty

Geranium × oxonianum Elworthy Misty

A low growing variety with a summer flowering period, Geranium × oxonianum Elworthy Misty is a unique and eye-catching addition to any garden. Its attractive dark spots on the foliage add a touch of interest and texture to the plant. This herbaceous perennial produces a small mound in spring, from which lovely open pink flowers bloom.

• Height: Easily maintained to 30cm
• Spread: Easily maintained to 50cm
• Foliage Colour: Mid-green with dark spots
• Flower Colour: Pink
• Soil Type: Moist, well drained, sandy, loam, clay, chalk
• Position: Full Sun to Partial shade
• Hardiness: Hardy, H7 (-15 and lower)
• Type: Herbaceous perennial

With a height and spread easily maintained to 30cm and 50cm respectively, this plant is perfect for ground cover and works well at the front of borders. Its mid-green foliage with dark spots and pink flowers make for a beautiful contrast.

Geranium × oxonianum Elworthy Misty thrives in moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a variety of soil types, including sandy, loam, clay, and chalk. It can be planted in full sun to partial shade and is hardy up to H7 (-15 and lower). This hardy perennial is grown in a 2 Litre pot, making it easy to transplant into your garden.

The Geranium genus is vast, and this particular variety belongs to the hardy perennial group, also known as the Crane's Bill. These plants are generally easy to grow and are a great addition to any garden border. They can tolerate most conditions, except for very wet and boggy areas. They mainly flower from spring to late summer and have a low growth habit, making them ideal for ground cover.

For more vigorous varieties, it is recommended to trim them back after the first flowering to encourage regrowth and a second flowering. In winter, when the plant dies back, a good mulch will provide all the nutrients it needs to shoot away in the spring.