This perennial certainly does have a chocolatey look! This Geranium pratense hybrid has rich, dark bronze leaves and an upright habit, with blue-purple flowers covering the top of the habit, starting in early summer. Compared to older genetics, 'Boom Chocolatta' is more vigorous, and has a very refined habit. Use it as a contrast with green-leaved plants in your sun garden!
Hardy geraniums are wonderful filler plants for any landscape, either residential or commercial. They blend nicely with most other perennials and offer continuous color throughout the summer months.
Height:
24.0-26.0 Inches
Spread:
28.0-30.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color:
Purple-blue shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Early Summer Midsummer Late Summer
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Cottage Eclectic
Other Features:
Container Easy To Grow Edging Mass Planting
Origin:
Not Native to North America
This species of geranium is easy to grow in almost any type of well-drained soil. It is reported to be more tolerant of alkaline soil than the other species. Plants should be sited in full sun or partial shade for best flowering performance. After blooming, plants can be cut back hard to encourage a flush of new growth and to prevent self-seeding.
This species is able to tolerate short periods of dry soil once it is well-established. It requires minimal care and is generally not bothered by insects or diseases.
Height:
24.0-26.0 Inches
Spread:
28.0-30.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color:
Purple-blue shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Early Summer Midsummer Late Summer
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Cottage Eclectic
Other Features:
Container Easy To Grow Edging Mass Planting
Origin:
Not Native to North America
This species of geranium is easy to grow in almost any type of well-drained soil. It is reported to be more tolerant of alkaline soil than the other species. Plants should be sited in full sun or partial shade for best flowering performance. After blooming, plants can be cut back hard to encourage a flush of new growth and to prevent self-seeding.
This species is able to tolerate short periods of dry soil once it is well-established. It requires minimal care and is generally not bothered by insects or diseases.
Perennial Encyclopedia •
Proven Winners® •
Find a Retailer •
Gardener's Corner •
Video
www.waltersgardens.com • www.perennialresource.com • www.provenwinners.com
Privacy Notice
Like Us on Facebook