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Magenta-Eyed Geranium

Geranium Maderense

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Overview

The Magenta-Eyed Geranium, Geranium maderense, is a striking perennial that boasts large (up to 2 ft across), deeply lobed leaves and vivid magenta flowers with a distinctive black center. It thrives in USDA zones 9-11, prefers partial shade to full sun, and well-drained soil. Maturing at around 18-24 inches tall and wide, this showy plant blooms in late spring to early summer, adding a bold splash of color to any landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–11Type Perennial
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — exemplifies botanical splendor with its lush foliage and vibrant floral displays
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — It thrives in USDA zones 9-11, prefers partial shade to full sun, and well-drained soilMagenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — maderense thrives best in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11 and prefers a well-draining soil with moderate, image 46Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — Maturing at around 18-24 inches tall and wideMagenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — adding a bold splash of color to any landscapeMagenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — with deeply dissected leaves that form a dense rosette up to 4 to 5 feet in both height and spread; an archipelagoMagenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — umbrella-like inflorescences that can reach up to 8 inches across, image 44+55

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Geraniaceae

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Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — exemplifies botanical splendor with its lush foliage and vibrant floral displays
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — It thrives in USDA zones 9-11, prefers partial shade to full sun, and well-drained soil
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — maderense thrives best in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11 and prefers a well-draining soil with moderate, image 46
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — Maturing at around 18-24 inches tall and wide
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — adding a bold splash of color to any landscape
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — with deeply dissected leaves that form a dense rosette up to 4 to 5 feet in both height and spread; an archipelago
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — umbrella-like inflorescences that can reach up to 8 inches across, image 44
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — scientific name Geranium maderense; maderense thrives best in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11 and prefers a
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — deeply lobed leaves and vivid magenta flowers with a distinctive black center; the foliage retains a vivacious
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — scientific name Geranium maderense
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — maderense thrives best in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11 and prefers a well-draining soil with moderate moisture
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — deeply lobed leaves and vivid magenta flowers with a distinctive black center
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — perched atop sturdy stems that confidently rise above the foliage.<br><br>G
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — but not before producing numerous seeds
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — The foliage retains a vivacious green color, setting a lush backdrop for the flowers
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — The foliage retains a vivacious green color, setting a lush backdrop for the flowers; perched atop sturdy stems
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — it creates a visually striking statement and pairs beautifully with other Mediterranean plants
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — is a striking perennial that boasts large (up to 2 ft across); maturing at around 18-24 inches tall and wide
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — It thrives in USDA zones 9-11, prefers partial shade to full sun, and well-drained soil; although it loves full
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — it flowers once spectacularly before dying
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — in hotter climates it benefits from some afternoon shade to prevent scorching; each with a contrasting dark eye at
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — expect a captivating display of magenta blossoms; is a striking perennial that boasts large (up to 2 ft across)
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — each with a contrasting dark eye at the center; exemplifies botanical splendor with its lush foliage and vibrant
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — with deeply dissected leaves that form a dense rosette up to 4 to 5 feet in both height and spread
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