Geranium pratense 'Dark Reiter' — abundant clusters of saucer-shaped, vibrant lilac-blue to intense violet flowers over deeply cut plum-purple foliage, blooming early to late summer. Full sun — needs bright direct light to maintain its deep purple foliage colour.
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Product features
Botanical name: Geranium pratense 'Dark Reiter'
Common name: 'Dark Reiter' meadow cranesbill
Height: 20cm to 25cm (up to 38cm in flower)
Spread: 30cm to 35cm
Foliage: Deeply cut, lacy leaves emerging maroon and maturing to plum/bronze-purple
Flower: Saucer-shaped, vibrant lilac-blue to violet flowers, early to late summer
Attractive to wildlife: Bees, butterflies, hoverflies; deer and rabbit resistant
Soil Type: Highly adaptable — poor, average, or fertile well-drained soil
Drought tolerant: Yes, once established
Hardy: Exceptionally hardy (down to -34°C)
Position: Full sun to partial shade — richer purple in full sun
Evergreen: No
Suitable for: Flower borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, patio containers
Materials and care
Light: Full sun — needed for deep purple foliage colour
Aspect: South- or west-facing, open, bright borders
Soil type: Fertile, humus-rich soil — loam, chalk, or clay
Drainage: Moist but well-drained
Watering: Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist
Deadheading: Cut back spent flower stems to the base
End of season: Cut the entire plant down in late autumn
Propagation: Divide compact root clumps in early spring or autumn
