Perennials

Perennial Geranium 'Album'

Geranium

Hardy geranium 'Album': 40 cm high and 40 cm wide, sun to partial shade. White flowers in June-August. Zone 3; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.

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Exposure
Partial shade
Life cycle
Hardy perennial
Hardiness
Zone 3

Discover the plant

Common namePerennial Geranium 'Album'
FamilyGeraniaceae
GenusGeranium
CultivarAlbum
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameGeranium

Perennial Geranium 'Album' (Geranium 'Album') adds a white palette to the garden. Its foliage features shades of green, to be showcased among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-August. Its size of 40 cm by 40 cm makes it suitable for ground cover and border planting, without forgetting the space for neighboring plants.

Soil choice is essential for Perennial Geranium 'Album': well-drained garden soil that retains moderate moisture during establishment. The preferred exposure is sun to partial shade. Support the establishment of Perennial Geranium 'Album' with deep watering, then check the moisture level before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. Maintain 40 cm as a general spacing guideline between plants; this helps preserve their shape and allows access for care. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 3, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.

Maintenance of Perennial Geranium 'Album' primarily involves observing the clump: a light reshaping is possible if the clump becomes leggy after flowering, by retaining healthy basal shoots. The perennial geranium is different from the container pelargonium; above all, adapt watering to the needs of its species. For associations, consider daylilies, bellflowers, and coneflowers in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 40 cm height in mind to place lower plants on the right side and allow the flowers to be visible during June-August.

Géranium vivace ‘Album’ — Geranium

Planting guide

From planting to establishment.

Spacing / density 15.75 in
Best planting time Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Propagation Division or separation of offsets by group, preferably when not in bloom. Seedlings do not necessarily reproduce the characteristics of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Hardy Geranium ‘Album’: In spring after the thaw or in early fall, allowing the roots time to establish before the severe cold. Support the establishment of Hardy Geranium ‘Album’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist. Hardy geraniums are different from container pelargoniums; especially adapt watering to the needs of its species.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Care level

Routine maintenance

Watering

As your 'Album' perennial geranium establishes, provide deep watering, then check the moisture level before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil.

Soil type

Drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation

Fertilization

Fertilizer for flowering

Moisture

Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball

Seasonal care

Perennial Geranium 'Album': a light cutback is possible if the clump loosens after flowering, retaining healthy basal shoots. During its flowering period (June-August), also monitor damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Recommended pot size

A stable, perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To grow perennial Geranium 'Album' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes that is appropriately sized for the root ball and its future spread (40 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the soil more frequently than if planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Géranium vivace ‘Album’ — Geranium

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

16 inches (40.5 cm)

Width / spread

16 inches (40.5 cm)

Flower color

White

Foliage color

Green

Growth rate

Moderate

Growth habit

Creeping or groundcover

Fragrance

Undocumented for this selection

Bloom period

June-August
Géranium vivace ‘Album’ — Geranium

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Consider the following associations for hardy Geranium 'Album': daylilies, campanulas, echinaceas. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and comparable moisture; allow each clump its mature space.

Plants to avoid

Around Geranium vivace ‘Album’, above all, avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

Where to plant hardy geranium 'Album'?
Expect sun to partial shade and a suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Perennial geraniums are distinct from bedding pelargoniums; above all, adjust watering to the needs of the species.
Where should I plant perennial Geranium ‘Album’?
Expect it to reach about 40 cm in height and 40 cm in width at maturity. Plant approximately 40 cm between centers, adjusting based on the actual growth of the clumps. This size is suitable for use as ground cover and border planting.
When does Hardy Geranium 'Album' bloom?
The stated period is June-August. The flowers are white. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season and when the plant was installed.
How to water and care for Perennial Geranium ‘Album’?
Help establish Geranium 'Album' by watering deeply, then check the moisture level before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Light pruning is possible if the clump loosens after flowering, keeping the healthy basal shoots.
Can Geranium 'Album' be grown in a pot?
To try perennial Geranium 'Album' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (40 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the soil more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.