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Geranium incanum - Carpet Geranium

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Geranium incanum is more than a plant; it's a charm of the garden. Earned its name as the Carpet Geranium, this robust perennial boasts a fascinating display of fine, fern-like foliage that transforms from a vibrant green to a radiant crimson as the seasons shift. Sprouting to heights of just one foot, this compact beauty generously spreads up to three feet wide, creating a living tapestry that's impossible to ignore. Amidst its attractive foliage sprout stunning lavender-purple flowers, captivating in their understated elegance and enticing to passing butterflies. Its remarkable ability to flourish in conditions ranging from full sun to partial shade, along with its thirst for moderate water and deep-rooted drought tolerance, reflect the Carpet Geranium's South African heritage. Plus, its resistance to nibbling deer adds to the plant's resilience. Relevant in myriad settings, from borders and containers to rockeries, this low-maintenance perennial epitomizes practical allure. Welcome the Geranium incanum into your garden and let its remarkable qualities weave their magic.

  • Size: Up to 1 foot tall and 3 feet wide
  • Flowers: Lavender-purple
  • Foliage: Finely-divided, ferny, dark green leaves turn crimson in autumn
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Special Features: Attracts butterflies, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant.
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