GERANIUM Patricia

Overview & Features

• Geranium ‘Patricia’ is a vigorous, long-flowering hardy geranium producing striking magenta-pink blooms with dark centres.

• Flowers appear from early summer through to autumn, offering an extended display.

• Forms attractive mounds of deeply divided green foliage that may take on reddish tints in autumn.

• Typically grows to 60–75 cm in height and spread.

• Ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, and informal planting schemes.

• Excellent for weaving through shrubs and perennials.

• Attractive to bees and pollinators.

• Provides bold colour and reliable performance over many months.

This variety is valued for its vibrant blooms and long flowering season.

Planting & Positioning

• Plant in full sun or partial shade for best results.

• Performs well in most garden soils provided they are well drained.

• Prefers moderately fertile, moisture-retentive soil enriched with organic matter.

• Avoid areas that remain waterlogged in winter.

• Dig a hole slightly wider and the same depth as the pot.

• Position the crown level with the soil surface.

• Backfill, firm gently, and water thoroughly after planting.

• Space plants 50–60 cm apart to allow for spreading growth.

Geranium ‘Patricia’ thrives in open borders with good airflow.

Watering, Feeding & Flowering

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.

• Once established, plants are moderately drought tolerant.

• Keep soil evenly moist during prolonged dry spells to maintain flowering.

• Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage strong growth.

• Alternatively, apply compost annually to enrich the soil.

• Flowering begins in early summer and can continue into autumn.

• Light trimming after the first flush can encourage further blooms.

Consistent moisture and light feeding support a long flowering period.

Pruning, Maintenance & General Care

• Shear back lightly after the first main flush of flowers to promote fresh growth and additional blooms.

• Remove any dead or damaged stems as needed.

• Cut back foliage in late autumn once it begins to fade.

• Divide large clumps every few years in spring or autumn to maintain vigour.

• Apply mulch annually to conserve moisture and improve soil quality.

• Generally low maintenance and pest resistant in suitable conditions.

• Foliage may die back in winter and re-emerge in spring.

With sun or partial shade and well-drained soil, Geranium ‘Patricia’ will provide vibrant colour and dependable garden performance year after year.