Geranium - Pink

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Geranium - Pink

The Geranium ‘Pink’, Geranium sanguineum, has a rich magenta mallow-like flower that blooms from June untill August. With its beautiful dark green foliage, it has a plant width of 18-24” and a height of 15”. ‘Pink Geranium’ needs to be cut back in early summer for repeat bloom time in the fall. ‘Pink Geranium’, being drought tolerant, needs a full sun area with some shade in the afternoon. For best results, plant in a dry to moist area in a well drained site. The Geranium family is well known for its stunning fall colors that include reds, oranges, and yellows. It is a superb plant for cottage gardens, container growing, borders or informal borders in mass plantings. There is a somewhat attraction to bees and butterflies but it is very disease and deer resistant. A great plant for a beginner gardener. ... additional info

 

Hosta - June Hacyon, displays leaves with a green edge and are have gold colored centers. The fragrant violet flowers flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta’s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 16” and a spread of 32-36”, this Hosta provides bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. It was the 2001 Hosta of the Year. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses.

Geranium - Pink