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Description
Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Geranium family. It is a low-growing plant that produces masses of pink flowers in late spring and early summer. The plant is native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Geraniales |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Geranium |
Appearance
Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety grows up to 30 cm tall and spreads up to 1m wide. It has a sprawling habit, and its leaves are deeply divided into five lobes. The leaves are aromatic and can be used for their scent. The pink flowers are up to 2 cm in diameter and bloom in clusters. The plant blooms in late spring and early summer.
Care Guide
Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety is a low maintenance plant. It can grow in a variety of soil types, but it prefers well-drained soil. The plant needs regular watering, especially during hot, dry periods. It is essential to fertilize the plant every spring with a balanced fertilizer. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety is relatively disease and pest-free. The plant may suffer from root rot if it is grown in poorly drained soil. The plant may also be affected by powdery mildew, which can be treated with a fungicide.
Habitat
Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety is native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. The plant grows in meadows, rocky slopes, and forests. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought conditions.
Question and Answer
Q: Does Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety attract bees?
A: Yes, the plant attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Q: How often should I fertilize Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety?
A: The plant should be fertilized once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: Can Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety grow in shade?
A: Yes, the plant can grow in partial shade, but it prefers full sun.
Q: How tall does Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan S Variety grow?
A: The plant can grow up to 30 cm tall.
Related Plants
- Geranium Maculatum
- Geranium Sanguineum
- Geranium Rozanne
- Geranium Johnson’s Blue
- Geranium pratense
References
- “Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan’s Variety.” Royal Horticultural Society, https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/12305/geranium-macrorrhizum-bevan-s-variety/details. Accessed 3 May 2021.
- “Geranium Macrorrhizum Bevan’s Variety.” Missouri Botanical Garden, http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b505. Accessed 3 May 2021.
- “Geranium macrorrhizum ‘Bevan’s Variety’.” Plant Lust, https://plantlust.com/plants/geranium-macrorrhizum-bevans-variety/. Accessed 3 May 2021.
