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Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:59 PM
Geranium 'Johnson's Blue'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    The best-known blue Geranium. 'Johnson's Blue' has been the favorite of many gardeners fora long time and it's not hard to tell why. The clear, vivid periwinkle blue flowers are perfectly formed and relatively large at 2" wide. Immediately after flowering, it's a good idea to shear back the foliage to allow a flush of new growth. This will help to keep the plant more compact and mounded. The finely cut leaves quickly form wide clumps and are the perfect backdrop for the flowers in late spring. In the fall, the foliage takes on brilliant orange and red tones, extending this perennial's seasonal interest even further.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Cranesbill is generally quite adaptable to a variety of growing conditions. Though it prefers moist, well-drained soil, it will also tolerate periods of drought once established. Cranesbill will grow in full sun or part shade. In too much shade, however, its habit will be less compact and fewer flowers will be produced. Geraniums are generally considered pest free. They require little care once established, but may be divided every 3-4 years. If the foliage begins to look raggedy by late summer, simply trim it back. A new flush of foliage will quickly take its place.  Start dry until growth starts then keep moist.

    Flower Color

    Periwinkle blue

    Foliage Color

    Turns orange and red in fall

    Plant Spread

    18-24 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    15-18 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-8

    Soil Moisture

    Full sun to part shade

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Container, Mass Plant, Border

    Bloom Time

    mid to late summer

    Critter Resistance

    Rabbit and deer resistant

    Exposure

    Full sun to part shade

    Growth Rate

    medium to fast

    Seasonal Interests

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