Bevan’s Variety Geranium

Key Features:
Size & Growth: The Bevan’s Variety Geranium typically grows to a height of 12 to 18 inches with a spread of 18 to 24 inches. Its compact, spreading growth habit makes it an excellent choice for ground cover or for filling in garden spaces with lush foliage and color.
Foliage: Features deeply cut, rounded leaves that form a dense, attractive mound. The foliage is green and turns a lovely shade of red or orange in the fall, providing seasonal interest and extending the plant’s visual appeal throughout the year.
Flowers: Produces delicate, five-petaled flowers in a soft shade of lavender-pink. Each bloom is approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and appears in clusters, creating a charming display. The flowers are typically borne above the foliage on slender stems.
Blooming Time: Blooms from late spring to early summer, usually from May to June. The plant’s extended flowering period provides a lovely burst of color and enhances the beauty of your garden during the growing season.
Disease Resistance: Bevan’s Variety Geranium is generally resistant to common pests and diseases, including powdery mildew and rust. Its hardy nature makes it a reliable choice for various growing conditions.
Soil & Light Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is adaptable to a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. Providing adequate sunlight and ensuring good drainage helps the plant perform at its best.
Care Instructions: Requires minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering during dry periods helps keep the plant hydrated, but avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Applying mulch around the base of the plant can help retain soil moisture and reduce competition from weeds. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage additional blooms and maintain the plant’s appearance. In late fall, cutting back the plant to ground level can help prepare it for the next growing season.
Uses:
Ornamental: Ideal for adding color, texture, and elegance to garden beds, borders, and containers. The Bevan’s Variety Geranium’s attractive foliage and delicate blooms make it a lovely addition to any garden design.
Ground Cover: Suitable for use as ground cover, where its spreading habit can help suppress weeds and cover bare soil.
Container Gardening: Perfect for containers and patio gardens, where its compact size and charming blooms can enhance the visual appeal of outdoor spaces.
Planting & Maintenance:
Planting: Choose a location with well-drained soil and appropriate light conditions, either full sun or partial shade. Dig a hole that is twice the width of the root ball and place the plant at the same depth it was growing in the container. Space multiple plants about 18 to 24 inches apart to allow for their mature spread.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging. Mulch around the base of the plant to help retain soil moisture and reduce competition from weeds.
Pruning: Prune in late fall or early spring to remove dead foliage and spent blooms. This helps maintain the plant’s appearance and encourages healthy new growth.
Add a touch of elegance and charm to your garden with the Bevan’s Variety Geranium. Its delightful blooms, attractive foliage, and easy-care nature make it a timeless and versatile addition to any garden or container.