Overview
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' is a perennial in the genus Geranium, part of the Geraniaceae family. It typically grows around 0.5 m tall. Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include groundcover and border. It is native to South-eastern Alps and Balkans.
About
Geranium macrorrhizum is a species of hardy flowering herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Geranium, family Geraniaceae. It is native to the south-eastern Alps and the Balkans.
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About the genus
Geranium is a genus of 422 species of annual, biennial, and perennial plants that are commonly known as geraniums, hardy geraniums, or cranesbills. They are found throughout the temperate regions of the world and the mountains of the tropics, with the greatest diversity in the eastern part of the Mediterranean region.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Geranium
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Full shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 0.5 m
- Suggested uses
- Groundcover, Border
- Native to
- South-eastern Alps, Balkans
- Fragrance
- Aromatic leaves
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates shade and dry conditions; low maintenance
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth
- Propagation
- Division, Cuttings
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart'?
Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates shade and dry conditions; low maintenance.
Where is the best place to plant Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart'?
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' prefers full sun and full shade.
What soil does Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' need?
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart'?
Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
How big does Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' grow?
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' reaches a height of 0.5 m.
Is Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' hardy in the UK?
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Geranium macrorrhizum 'Spessart'?
Division, Cuttings.
More in the Geranium genus
- Geranium 'Blue Cloud'
- Geranium 'Brookside'Geranium
- Geranium 'Claridge Druce'Crane's Bill
- Geranium 'Johnson's Blue'Johnson's Blue Cranesbill
- Geranium 'Nimbus'Geranium
- Geranium 'Orion'
- Geranium 'Patricia'
- Geranium 'Purple Rain'cranesbill 'Purple Rain'
