Geranium 'Midnight Reiter': Plum-Purple Foliage & Lavender-Blue Flowers

Geranium pratense 'Midnight Reiter' has deeply cut plum-purple leaves emerging in spring and staying true all season. Lavender-blue flowers bloom from late spring. Grows only 6–8 inches tall and twice as wide.

Culture Notes

More shade causes greener foliage. Full sun to part shade, well-drained soil. Cut back after flowering for fresh leaves and second flush. Doesn't overwinter well in moist soils.

Propagation

Divide in spring.

Quick Reference

• Height/Spread: 6–12 in.
• Growth Habit: Clumps
• Growth Pace: Slow
• Light: Full sun only
• Moisture: Medium
• Maintenance: Low
• Bloom Time: Spring, summer
• Flower Colors: Blue, purple
• Foliage: Colorful/burgundy (plum-purple)
• Attributes: Showy foliage
• Uses: Beds, borders, containers, ground covers, cottage/rock gardens