Overview

Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' is a clump-forming, mat-forming, trailing, carpet-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Geranium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with light green, bright green, silvery, dissected, patterned foliage. Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds and containers.

About

Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Geranium genus, known for its clump-forming, mat-forming, trailing, and carpet-forming habit. This plant features light green, bright green, silvery, dissected, and patterned foliage, adding texture and interest to garden spaces. It thrives in full sun on south-, west-, or east-facing, sheltered aspects, and prefers moist but well-drained sandy, loamy, or clay soils with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds, and containers, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Geranium

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Sandy, Loamy, Clay
Soil pH
Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained
Aspect
South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness
H7

Plant details

Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type
Herbaceous Perennial
Habit
Clump-forming, Mat-forming, Trailing, Carpet-forming
Foliage
Light green, Bright green, Silvery, Dissected, Patterned
Suggested uses
Borders, Cottage gardens, Rock gardens, Woodland beds, Containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry'

Propagation
Seed, Division, Cuttings
Pest resistance
Aphids, Vine weevil, Caterpillars, Thrips
Disease resistance
Grey moulds

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry'?

Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' need?

Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' hardy in the UK?

Geranium phaeum 'Hannah Perry' 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 phaeum 'Hannah Perry'?

Seed, Division, Cuttings.

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