Geranium x 'Rozanne' | Rozanne Cranesbill
DESCRIPTION
Geranium x 'Rozanne' is a remarkable perennial hybrid that has gained acclaim for its extended blooming season and vibrant color. This cultivar blooms from late spring through the first frosts of autumn, offering a continuous display of five-petaled, violet-blue flowers with distinctive white centers. Its origins trace back to a cross between Geranium himalayense and Geranium wallichianum, resulting in a resilient plant that thrives in various garden settings.
With its mounding habit and lush, green foliage, 'Rozanne' not only brings color to the garden but also acts as an excellent ground cover. The blooms are particularly attractive to pollinators, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Its versatility allows it to blend seamlessly in borders, containers, or as part of a mixed perennial garden, ensuring that it remains a favorite among gardeners for years to come.
DESCRIPTION
Geranium x 'Rozanne' is a remarkable perennial hybrid that has gained acclaim for its extended blooming season and vibrant color. This cultivar blooms from late spring through the first frosts of autumn, offering a continuous display of five-petaled, violet-blue flowers with distinctive white centers. Its origins trace back to a cross between Geranium himalayense and Geranium wallichianum, resulting in a resilient plant that thrives in various garden settings.
With its mounding habit and lush, green foliage, 'Rozanne' not only brings color to the garden but also acts as an excellent ground cover. The blooms are particularly attractive to pollinators, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Its versatility allows it to blend seamlessly in borders, containers, or as part of a mixed perennial garden, ensuring that it remains a favorite among gardeners for years to come.
DESCRIPTION
Geranium x 'Rozanne' is a remarkable perennial hybrid that has gained acclaim for its extended blooming season and vibrant color. This cultivar blooms from late spring through the first frosts of autumn, offering a continuous display of five-petaled, violet-blue flowers with distinctive white centers. Its origins trace back to a cross between Geranium himalayense and Geranium wallichianum, resulting in a resilient plant that thrives in various garden settings.
With its mounding habit and lush, green foliage, 'Rozanne' not only brings color to the garden but also acts as an excellent ground cover. The blooms are particularly attractive to pollinators, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Its versatility allows it to blend seamlessly in borders, containers, or as part of a mixed perennial garden, ensuring that it remains a favorite among gardeners for years to come.
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Family: Geraniaceae
Height: 12-18 inches tall
Width: 18-24 inches wide
Foliage color: Deep green, with a slight sheen
Flower color: Violet-blue with white centers
Bloom time: Late spring to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; may require occasional deadheading to promote continuous blooming
Growing zone: USDA Zones 5-8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and butterfliesThis plant can be seen at the Center for Urban Horticulture, and in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.