Sticky Geranium, Geranium viscosissimum
Sticky Geranium, Geranium viscosissimum
Sticky Geranium, Geranium viscosissimum
Sticky Geranium, Geranium viscosissimum
Sticky Geranium, Geranium viscosissimum
Sticky Geranium, Geranium viscosissimum
Sticky Geranium, Geranium viscosissimum
Sticky Geranium, Geranium viscosissimum
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Sticky Geranium
Geranium viscosissimum
SKU: HC018185
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Overview
Geranium viscosissimum (Sticky Purple Geranium) is a native wildflower that blooms continuously from late spring to late summer with small pink-lavender to purple flowers. A pollinator and bird favorite, this deciduous perennial has many-toothed, bright green leaves that turn red in fall providing even more interest. Happy in a full sun to part shade location, it is easy to grow and mixes well into a perennial bed or woodland setting.
key features
Botanical Name
Geranium viscosissimum
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Advantages
Bee Friendly, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Birds, Attracts Beneficial Insects
Soil Moisture
Waterwise, Average, Moist / Wet
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
Mature Height
24-30" tall
Bloom Time
Early summer
SKU
HC018185
Description
Native to Western North America, Geranium viscosissimum (Sticky Purple Geranium) is pollinated by butterflies, native bees, and beneficial insects. In addition to being a pollinator favorite, the seed capsules are enjoyed by birds and small mammals. At 2-3 feet tall and not fussy about soil type, its floating saucer-shaped pink flowers are beautifully contrasted by the bright green foliage and are edible as a garnish or salad addition. Water thrifty once established, it thrives in a sun to part shade location and it is not fussy about soil type, needing only good drainage. Attractive throughout the growing season, it is essential for a native plant collection or sustainable garden setting.
