Bigroot Geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum): Fragrant Shade Ground Cover

Bigroot geranium, also called Bulgarian geranium or rock cranesbill, is a tough, rhizomatous perennial with aromatic, deeply lobed, semi-evergreen leaves that turn red in fall. It produces clusters of magenta-pink flowers in late spring. The thick rhizomes form a weed-suppressing mat.

Botanical Profile

Native to the Alps and Balkans, this plant thrives in full sun to deep shade and well-drained soil. It's extremely drought-tolerant once established. Excellent for dry shade, under trees, and on slopes. Deer and rabbit resistant. The foliage emits a strong, spicy scent when crushed.