Chatto Wild Geranium
Chatto Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum 'Chatto')
Chatto Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum 'Chatto') is a refined selection of the native wild geranium, featuring soft lavender-pink flowers and deeply lobed green foliage. This adaptable, shade-loving perennial is perfect for woodland gardens, naturalized plantings, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Distinctive Features
Chatto Geranium produces clusters of delicate, five-petaled pink flowers in mid-to-late spring, with sporadic reblooming into summer. The finely textured foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season, turning red in fall for added interest.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers partial shade to full shade.
- Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil.
- Water: Prefers consistent moisture but tolerates short dry periods.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8, making it highly versatile.
Ideal Uses
- Woodland Gardens: Thrives in dappled shade under trees.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Naturalized Areas: Blends well with native plantings.
- Shade Borders: Adds soft color and texture to shaded beds.
- Ground Cover: Spreads gradually to form a lush carpet.
Low Maintenance Care
Chatto Wild Geranium is a hardy, easy-to-grow perennial that requires little care.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially in dry spells.
- Pruning: Trim back spent blooms to encourage fresh growth.
- Fertilizing: Light feeding in spring enhances flowering.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Generally unpalatable to browsing animals.
Why Choose Chatto Wild Geranium?
This graceful, long-blooming perennial provides soft floral beauty and excellent shade adaptability.
- Soft Lavender-Pink Flowers: A delicate and elegant display.
- Long Bloom Season: Extends well into summer.
- Thrives in Shade: Perfect for woodland gardens.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Provides nectar for bees and butterflies.
For a shade-loving, easy-care perennial with delicate pink blooms, Chatto Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum 'Chatto') is an outstanding choice.
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