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Why we like this plant
Geranium 'Rozanne' is an outstanding choice for gardeners looking for a long-lasting, easy-to-grow perennial that provides vibrant colour for months. Its spreading habit makes it perfect for filling gaps in borders, edging pathways, or cascading from containers. It is also highly attractive to pollinators, supporting biodiversity in the garden.
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About this plant
One of the most popular and award-winning hardy geraniums, Geranium 'Rozanne' is celebrated for its exceptionally long flowering period and striking blooms. Large violet-blue flowers with a white centre and delicate veining appear in abundance from late spring to the first frosts, creating a stunning display in borders, containers, and ground cover plantings. Its deeply lobed green foliage forms a spreading mound that turns red in autumn for added seasonal interest. Low-maintenance and highly adaptable, 'Rozanne' thrives in various conditions and attracts pollinators, making it a must-have for wildlife-friendly gardens.
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Key features
- Large violet-blue flowers with white centres
- Exceptionally long flowering season from late spring to autumn
- Excellent ground cover with a spreading habit
- Foliage turns red in autumn for seasonal interest
- Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies
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Height and
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Growth
habitSpreading, clump-forming
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Moisture
Moderate watering; drought tolerant once established
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Position in
the GardenBorders, cottage gardens, containers, ground cover, wildlife-friendly areas
Planting guide
- Plant in well-drained, fertile soil
- Space plants around 50-60cm apart to allow for spreading
- Best planted in spring or autumn for strong establishment
Care tips
- Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering
- Trim back lightly in midsummer to refresh growth
- Divide every few years to maintain vigour
- Water during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging
- Apply a general-purpose fertiliser in spring for best performance
Winter care
- Foliage dies back in winter; cut back in late autumn or early spring
- Hardy and requires no winter protection
- Mulch lightly in colder regions to protect the roots