Common
name: 'Johnson's Blue' or "Lilac Geranium"
Latin name: Geranium himalayenses 'Johnson's Blue'
Zone: 4
- 7
Elevation to: 8000'
Growth habit: Groundcover
Max height: 12" - 24"
Spread: 24"
Flowers: Yes, May - June Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 12+
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured: 'Johnson's Blue'
Cranesbill
Perennial
Cultivation:
Plant 'Johnson's Blue' Cranesbill in fun sun to partial shade in well drained fertile soil.
'Johnson's Blue' adapts to most soil types. 'Johnson's Blue' is
great for borders.
Geranium Johnson's Blue is not related to the common annual
Geranium. Look here for more information on Pelargoniums.
Propagation:
Seed can be planted directly in the ground after danger of frost
has passed. For faster growth the first season purchase
pre-started plants at your local garden center. Once established,
plants can be divided in spring.