Hardy Geranium Live Plant Set – 2 Fragrant Pink Flower Plants, 5-8″ Tall Outdoor

Overview

Transform your outdoor space with a set of two beautiful hardy geranium live plants. Known for their abundant and long-lasting blooms, these charming plants are a gardener’s delight. Often referred to as ‘Cranesbill’ geraniums, they are distinct from annual ‘Pelargonium’ types, offering reliable perennial performance in suitable zones. Our hardy geranium live plant selection features fragrant pink flowers that will add a soft, romantic touch to any landscape. These robust plants are celebrated for their ease of care and ability to thrive, bringing continuous color and a pleasant aroma to your garden from spring until late fall.

This offering includes two vigorous starter plants, ready to establish quickly and become a focal point in your garden. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, these beautiful flowering plants are an excellent choice for adding lasting beauty and fragrance. Their resilience and continuous blooming habit make them a superior option for creating dynamic and attractive garden displays.

Key Benefits

These hardy geranium live plants offer numerous advantages for any garden:

• Abundant, Long-Lasting Blooms: Enjoy a profusion of delicate pink flowers that continuously bloom from spring through fall, providing extended seasonal interest.
• Delightful Fragrance: The flowers and foliage emit a pleasant, subtle fragrance, enhancing the sensory experience of your garden space.
• Easy to Grow and Maintain: These geraniums are renowned for their low-maintenance nature, making them perfect for busy gardeners or those new to planting. They require minimal fuss once established.
• Versatile Garden Use: Excellent as a colorful ground cover, border plant, or for adding charm to containers and hanging baskets. Their spreading habit helps to suppress weeds.
• Attracts Pollinators: The vibrant pink blooms are a magnet for bees and butterflies, contributing to a healthy and biodiverse garden ecosystem.
• Drought Tolerant: Once established, perennial geranium care is straightforward as they exhibit good drought tolerance, reducing the need for frequent watering.
• Perennial Performance: Unlike annual geraniums, these pink geranium plants return year after year in appropriate zones, offering enduring beauty and value.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your hardy geranium live plant is relatively simple, ensuring a rewarding display of blooms. These plants thrive in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter climates where some afternoon shade can prevent scorching. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for the best flowering performance. When planting, ensure proper spacing of 12 to 24 inches apart to allow for mature growth and good air circulation, which helps prevent fungal issues.

Geraniums prefer well-drained soil. Avoid heavy, waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot. A good quality potting mix or garden soil amended with organic matter will provide the ideal environment. Water regularly after planting to help establish the root system. Once established, water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch, but be careful not to overwater. Deadheading, or removing spent flowers, is crucial for encouraging continuous blooming and preventing the plant from expending energy on seed production. This simple practice ensures your fragrant geranium flower display remains vibrant throughout the season.

These plants are generally hardy and do not require heavy fertilization. A balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring or a light liquid feed every few weeks during the blooming season can support vigorous growth and flowering. In colder zones, applying a layer of mulch in late fall can help protect the roots through winter. Watch out for common pests like aphids, though geraniums are generally quite resistant. With proper perennial geranium care, your plants will flourish for many years.

Size & Details

This offering includes two starter hardy geranium live plant specimens, each approximately 5-8 inches tall upon arrival. These plants are shipped without pots, carefully packaged to ensure their health during transit. They are ready for immediate planting in your garden or preferred containers. With adequate spacing, they will develop into a beautiful ground cover, spreading 12 to 24 inches wide. Expect these plants to begin blooming from spring and continue through fall, providing an extended period of vibrant color. The growth rate is moderate, allowing them to establish and flower within their first growing season.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this hardy geranium live plant get? A: These plants typically grow to about 5-8 inches tall upon arrival and can spread 12 to 24 inches wide, forming a nice ground cover.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: These are primarily outdoor plants, thriving in garden beds, borders, and outdoor containers. They are considered evergreen perennials in USDA Zones 10 and 11, and annuals in most other zones.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: Your pink geranium plants will perform best in full sun, receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. They can tolerate partial shade, especially in hot afternoon sun.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, these hardy geraniums are known for being very easy to care for, making them suitable for gardeners of all experience levels. Minimal maintenance is required once established.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: You will receive two healthy starter plants, 5-8 inches tall, shipped without pots to ensure safe and efficient delivery. They will be ready for planting.
• Q: How long until it blooms? A: With proper care, your fragrant geranium flower plants should begin to bloom in spring and continue abundantly through fall in their first growing season.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: These are perennials in USDA Zones 10 and 11. In colder zones, they are typically grown as annuals, or you can mulch them heavily for winter protection if you wish to attempt overwintering.
• Q: Can these be used as geranium ground cover? A: Absolutely! Their spreading habit and continuous blooms make them an excellent choice for creating a vibrant and effective ground cover in your garden beds.