Geranium Ann Folkard 2 Litre Pot

Geranium ‘Ann Folkard’ – A Long-Flowering Hardy Perennial

Geranium ‘Ann Folkard’ is a clump-forming perennial admired for its vivid magenta-pink flowers that bloom continuously from late spring through to early autumn. Its finely divided, grey-green foliage provides a soft, mounding texture, creating a lush and low-maintenance groundcover. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial plantings, ‘Ann Folkard’ delivers long-lasting colour, pollinator-friendly blooms, and reliable performance year after year.

Why Grow Geranium ‘Ann Folkard’?

Vivid Magenta-Pink Flowers – Long-flowering from late spring to early autumn.

Soft, Mounding Foliage – Grey-green leaves provide texture and structure.

Low Maintenance – Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow.

Pollinator Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies.

Versatile Planting – Perfect for borders, groundcover, and mixed perennial beds.

Height and Spread

Typically grows to 30–40cm (12–16in) in height, with a spread of 45–60cm (18–24in).

Where to Site Your Geranium ‘Ann Folkard’

• Borders: Adds long-lasting colour and texture

• Cottage Gardens: Naturalistic, charming planting

• Mixed Perennial Beds: Combines well with grasses and taller perennials

• Pollinator Gardens: Provides nectar for bees and butterflies

• Groundcover: Spreads to fill gaps and suppress weeds

How to Grow and Care

Soil – Prefers well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates a range of soil types.
Light – Full sun to partial shade for best flowering.
Watering – Water young plants until established; drought-tolerant once mature.

Maintenance

Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous bloom.
Pruning: Trim back after flowering to maintain shape and rejuvenate growth.
Mulching: Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-resistant.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Perennials: Salvia, Nepeta, Heuchera

• Grasses: Stipa, Festuca, Carex

• Shrubs: Lavandula, Artemisia

• Companion Colours: Whites, blues, and purples for contrast

Conclusion

Geranium ‘Ann Folkard’ is a hardy, low-maintenance perennial with vivid magenta-pink flowers and soft, mounding foliage. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings, it provides long-lasting colour, texture, and reliable garden performance.

Geranium Ann Folkard 2 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Purple

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.