Geranium Ballerina 2 Litre Pot

Geranium ‘Ballerina’ – A Long-Flowering Hardy Perennial

Geranium ‘Ballerina’ is a compact, clump-forming perennial renowned for its soft pink, long-lasting flowers that bloom from late spring to early autumn. Its finely divided, grey-green foliage provides mounding texture, creating a lush, low-maintenance groundcover. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial plantings, ‘Ballerina’ delivers continuous colour, pollinator-friendly blooms, and elegant charm throughout the growing season.

Why Grow Geranium ‘Ballerina’?

Soft Pink Flowers – Blooms continuously from late spring to early autumn.

Mounding Foliage – Grey-green leaves add 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 ‘Ballerina’

• Borders: Adds continuous colour and soft texture

• Cottage Gardens: Perfect for romantic, naturalistic planting

• Mixed Perennial Beds: Complements taller perennials and grasses

• Pollinator Gardens: Provides nectar for bees and butterflies

• Groundcover: Fills gaps and suppresses weeds effectively

How to Grow and Care

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

Maintenance

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

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Perennials: Salvia, Nepeta, Heuchera

• Grasses: Festuca, Carex, Stipa

• Shrubs: Lavandula, Artemisia

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

Conclusion

Geranium ‘Ballerina’ is a hardy, low-maintenance perennial with soft pink, long-lasting flowers and mounding grey-green foliage. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings, it provides continuous colour, texture, and elegant charm.

Geranium Ballerina 2 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Pink

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.