Geranium ibericum

Iberian Geranium

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Hardy perennial geranium with lobed leaves and pink-purple flowers, native to the Caucasus and Anatolia regions. Ideal for rock gardens or borders in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Iberian Geranium
Family Geraniaceae
Genus Geranium
Species Ibericum
Origin Caucasus / Anatolia
Blooming Spring to early summer, sometimes reblooms in autumn
Leaf Color Grey-green foliage with reddish tints in winter
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, fertile loam mixed with grit or perlone. Tolerates slightly alkaline soils.

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Watering

Water regularly during active growth (spring/summer). Allow topsoil to dry between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for vibrant blooms and foliage color. Tolerates partial shade in hotter climates.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks from April to August. Avoid high nitrogen late season to prevent leggy growth.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers continuously. Cut back by half after flowering or prune hard in late autumn for shape.

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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