Overview
Geranium viscosissimum var. viscosissimum 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 viscosissimum var. viscosissimum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds and containers.
About
Geranium viscosissimum, commonly known as the sticky purple geranium, is a perennial in the flowering plant family Geraniaceae. It is thought to be a protocarnivorous plant.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Geranium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Geranium viscosissimum var. viscosissimum 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 viscosissimum var. viscosissimum
- 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 viscosissimum var. viscosissimum?
Geranium viscosissimum var. viscosissimum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Geranium viscosissimum var. viscosissimum need?
Geranium viscosissimum var. viscosissimum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Geranium viscosissimum var. viscosissimum hardy in the UK?
Geranium viscosissimum var. viscosissimum has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Geranium viscosissimum var. viscosissimum?
Seed, Division, Cuttings.
More in the Geranium genus
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- Geranium 'Nimbus'Geranium
- Geranium 'Orion'
- Geranium 'Patricia'
- Geranium 'Purple Rain'cranesbill 'Purple Rain'
- Geranium 'Red Dwarf'
- Geranium 'Rozanne'
