Geranium - Kashmir Purple (Perennial)
Best low-maintenance groundcover for gardeners seeking long-lasting, vibrant floral displays.
Discover the Geranium 'Kashmir Purple,' a perennial favorite for its graceful spread and striking deep purple blooms. This variety features finely-cut foliage and flowers that are approximately 20% larger than standard types, offering a generous display from early summer until the first frost. Valued for its ornamental beauty and landscaping adaptability, this plant fills empty spaces without becoming invasive. This offering includes three bare roots, ready to establish vibrant, enduring color in your garden.
$11.96
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Category Rank
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#608 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-49%
Below average
Plant Height
1218.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance, long-term landscape staples
- Pollinator advocates wanting vibrant, high-contrast garden accents
- Busy homeowners needing effective, weed-suppressing ground cover
Who should skip it
- Gardeners prioritizing continuous, season-long floral displays
- Minimalists managing small beds with delicate, slow-growing plants
- Residents in hot, arid climates wanting year-round pristine foliage
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Continuous flowering from early summer through the first frost is exceptional.
Landscaping Versatility
Ideal for filling garden gaps without the risk of invasive spread.
Pollinator Impact
Reliably draws butterflies to the garden throughout the growing season.
Visual Impact
Larger-than-average blooms provide a more dramatic display than standard varieties.
Hardiness Range
Covers a broad spectrum of climates from USDA zones four through eight.
Establishment Ease
Bare root format requires minimal effort to get established in spring.
Key Specs
Plant Height
12-18 in.
Spacing
12-18 in.
Planting Depth
0.5 in.
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-8
Bloom Season
Early Summer to Fall
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Includes
3 Geranium bareroots
SKU
32402-03
Features
- Produces 20% larger flowers
- Finely-cut, attractive foliage
- Blooms continuously until frost
- Spreads rapidly but non-aggressively
- Attracts beneficial pollinators
- Versatile groundcover for landscaping
- Deep purple flowers with shimmer
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Geranium Kashmir Purple for its striking, deep purple coloration and exceptional reliability. Reviewers consistently report that the plants arrive in excellent, viable condition, indicating superior quality control. A major highlight is the prolific and extended blooming period, which delivers continuous, saturated color all season. Gardeners value its hardiness and quick establishment, confirming its dependable performance across various climates. While the initial cost is noted, the consensus is that the superior results and reliable return year after year provide exceptional value. This Geranium is highly regarded as a top choice for dependable, high-impact perennial color.
Know before you buy
You can expect a continuous display of flowers from early summer all the way through until the first frost of the season.
No, while the Kashmir Purple is a vigorous grower that spreads to fill in empty garden spaces, it is not considered invasive or aggressive.
These geraniums perform best in locations that receive full sun to partial sun. If you live in a region with very hot summers, a spot with afternoon shade can help protect the foliage.
For the best coverage and healthy air circulation, space your bareroots 12 to 18 inches apart. This spacing allows the plants to grow into a cohesive groundcover as they mature.
Yes, the deep purple blooms are highly attractive to butterflies and other beneficial pollinators, making it a great choice for a pollinator-friendly garden.
The Kashmir Purple is a perennial suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 8. As long as your garden falls within these zones, the plant is designed to return year after year.
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