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Geranium macrorrhizum ‘Spessart’ – Compact ground cover with lilac flowers

The Geranium macrorrhizum ‘Spessart’, also known as Cranesbill, is a strong, low-growing perennial that excels as a low-maintenance ground cover. This cultivar stands out with its soft lilac flowers featuring darker veins, creating a subtle yet vibrant color accent in your garden. Ideal for borders, between shrubs, or in rock gardens, where it beautifully fills bare spots.

Features:

• Dutch name: Cranesbill Macr. ‘Spessart’

• Type: Perennial (deciduous)

• Height: 30 – 40 cm

• Width: Up to about 60 cm, ground-covering

• Blooming: June to September

• Flower color: Lilac with darker veins

• Leaf color: Fresh green in summer, red tones in autumn

• Light: Suitable for sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, rich in humus, moderately moist

• Hardiness: Yes, very hardy

• Bee-friendly: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies

• Toxicity: Not toxic to humans or pets

Care & maintenance:

• Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to keep the plant fresh and compact. Remove old leaves in early spring for healthy regrowth.

• Watering: Drought-tolerant once well-rooted. Provide extra water during long dry periods.

• Fertilizing: A light fertilization in spring promotes abundant blooming and strong growth.

• Placement: Perfect for ground cover in borders, under planting, or as a colorful filler in rock gardens.

Why choose Geranium ‘Spessart’?

The Geranium macrorrhizum ‘Spessart’ combines a long flowering period with strong growth and minimal care. Its soft flower color pairs beautifully with evergreen shrubs and other perennials. Thanks to its hardiness and weed-suppressing growth habit, this is a reliable ground cover with a stylish appearance – ideal for the natural, wildlife-friendly garden.