Geranium m. 'Bevan's Variety'

Overview and Characteristics

Geranium macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety' is a tough, mat-forming hardy perennial valued for its rich pink flowers, fragrant foliage, and excellent groundcover capabilities. This Cranesbill geranium is particularly suitable for dry shade, underplanting trees, and areas where low-maintenance, weed-suppressing perennials are needed. Its ability to tolerate drought, poor soils, and root competition makes it a go-to choice for difficult spots in the garden.

• Botanical Name: Geranium macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety'

• Common Name: Bigroot Geranium

• Family: Geraniaceae

• Type: Herbaceous perennial

• Height & Spread: 25–30 cm tall × 45–60 cm wide

• Habit: Dense, spreading clump

• Flowers: Deep magenta-pink with a reddish calyx and prominent stamens

• Foliage: Aromatic, deeply lobed green leaves that may turn red-orange in autumn

• Flowering Season: Late spring to early summer (May–June)

• Hardiness: Fully hardy (H7, to -20°C and below)

Ideal Growing Conditions

Light

• Thrives in partial shade to full shade

• Tolerates full sun in cooler climates with enough moisture

• Excellent for dry shade under trees or shrubs

Soil Requirements

• Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Tolerates dry, stony, or shallow soils once established

• Best in neutral to slightly alkaline pH

• Dislikes waterlogged or heavy clay conditions unless improved with grit or organic matter

Watering, Feeding, and Maintenance

Watering

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots

• Once mature, it is highly drought-tolerant

• Ideal for low-water gardens and sustainable planting schemes

Feeding

• Requires minimal feeding

• Apply compost or slow-release fertiliser in spring if desired

• Avoid overfeeding, which encourages leafy growth over flowers

Pruning and General Care

• Deadhead lightly to tidy up after flowering (optional)

• Can be sheared back after flowering to rejuvenate foliage and encourage compact regrowth

• In autumn, remove faded or discoloured foliage for a neat winter appearance

• Easy to divide every 3–5 years in early spring or autumn to maintain vigour and control spread

Seasonal Interest and Landscape Use

‘Bevan’s Variety’ is prized for both its spring flowers and season-long foliage interest, making it highly useful in planting designs focused on texture, form, and coverage.

Ideal Planting Locations

• Underplanting trees and shrubs

• Dry shade borders

• Along woodland edges

• Rock gardens or dry walls

• Pollinator gardens and informal groundcover areas

Companion Plants

• Epimedium, Brunnera, Pulmonaria, and Tiarella

• Hosta and Ferns for layered shade planting

• Alchemilla mollis, Astrantia, or Digitalis in partially shaded mixed borders

• Spring bulbs like Scilla or Narcissus to pair with early foliage

Key Features and Selling Points

• Dense mat-forming habit suppresses weeds effectively

• Fragrant foliage deters deer and rabbits

• Drought and shade tolerant once established

• Reliable groundcover for challenging garden areas

• Low maintenance, long-lived, and easy to divide

• Pollinator friendly, attracting bees and hoverflies

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

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Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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