Geranium ‘Spessart’ – Fragrant Foliage and Elegant White Spring Flowers
Geranium macrorrhizum ‘Spessart’ is a superbly resilient hardy geranium, valued as much for its aromatic foliage as for its delicate spring flowers. Forming a low, spreading carpet of softly rounded green leaves, it quickly knits together to create effective groundcover that looks attractive from early spring through autumn.
In late spring to early summer, dainty white flowers with a soft pink flush appear above the foliage, creating a light, airy display that brightens borders and shaded areas alike. The leaves release a pleasant scent when brushed past and often take on warm autumn tones, extending the plant’s seasonal appeal.
Exceptionally tough and adaptable, ‘Spessart’ thrives in sun or shade, tolerates dry soil once established, and performs reliably under trees and shrubs where many plants struggle. Its spreading habit suppresses weeds, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice for large areas, slopes, and woodland-style planting.
Reliable, fragrant, and endlessly useful, Geranium ‘Spessart’ is a brilliant solution for gardeners seeking elegant groundcover with minimal effort.
Seasonal Highlights
Spring: Fresh aromatic foliage emerges.
Late Spring / Early Summer: Soft white flowers with pink tones appear.
Summer: Dense foliage provides attractive groundcover.
Autumn: Leaves develop warm tints before dying back.
Key Features
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Fragrant foliage – Aromatic leaves release scent when touched.
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Elegant flowers – White blooms with subtle pink flush.
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Excellent groundcover – Spreads to suppress weeds.
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Sun or shade tolerant – Highly adaptable.
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Low maintenance – Tough and long-lived.
Perfect For
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Groundcover – Under shrubs, trees, and along borders.
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Dry shade – Performs where many plants fail.
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Woodland gardens – Natural, informal planting.
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Slopes and banks – Spreading habit stabilises soil.
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Low-maintenance gardens – Reliable and easy to manage.
Growing Tips
Sun/Position: Full sun to full shade.
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates dry conditions once established.
Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.
Care: Trim back after flowering if needed to refresh growth.
Looks Great With
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Shade plants – Hosta, Ferns, Epimedium.
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Spring bulbs – Snowdrops, Alliums, Daffodils.
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Shrubs – Roses, Viburnum, Philadelphus.
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Other geraniums – ‘Johnson’s Blue’, ‘Rozanne’ for contrast.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
