Genus Information
Sun Requirements
Geranium x magnificum ‘Blue Blood’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.Hardiness
Geranium ‘Blue Blood’ is fully hardy.
Growth Information
Geranium x magnificum ‘Blue Blood’ is quite a fast grower and in the right conditions will reach its full size in 2-5 years. It can reach heights of up to 0.5m and will spread up to 0.5m.
Flowering
Geranium x magnificum ‘Blue Blood’ produces blue flowers. These flowers will be produced between June to September.
Foliage
Geranium ‘Blue Blood’ is a deciduous plant and produces green foliage. This plant will benefit from deadheading after flowering.
Wildlife, Pests and Diseases
Geranium x magnificum ‘Blue Blood’ can have problems with vine weevil, capsid bigs and sawfly, it can also be vulnerable to certain diseases such as downy mildews and powdery mildews. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators and is not considered to be toxic.
Soil Requirements
Geranium ‘Blue Blood’ is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage and it can be planted in soil of any pH.