Geranium asphodeloides
A species geranium with deeply divided foliage and white or pale pink flowers held on upright stems. Native to southern Europe and Turkey forming clumps with attractive ferny leaves. The flowers appear over an extended period through summer.
Thrives in well-drained soil in sun or part shade. The deeply divided foliage provides fine texture. Less commonly grown than hybrid geraniums but worthy of garden space. The long flowering period and attractive foliage make it valuable. Suitable for naturalistic plantings and cottage gardens.
Growing Conditions
Light: full sun to part shade
Moisture: average
Soil: well-drained
Hardiness zone: 6
Maintenance: low to moderate
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 50
Spread (cm): 50
Habit: upright clump
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: June–Aug
Seasonal interest: summer bloom; deeply divided foliage; extended flowering
Foliage: green
Flower: white to pale pink
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: pollinators
Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes
Habitat: cottage gardens; naturalistic plantings; borders
Features: deeply divided foliage; white-pale pink; fine texture; long flowering; southern European native
Notes: southern European native; deeply divided ferny foliage; long flowering; less common; worthy