EVERGREEN
Family: Geraniaceae (Geranium family)
Common names: Carpet Geranium, Wild Geranium (E); Bergtee (A); Tlako (NS); Tlako (SS);
EVERGREEN
FULL SUN
SEMI-SHADE
FROST HARDY
MEDIUM WATER REQUIREMENTS
FAST GROWER
ATTRACTS INSECTS
FLOWER COLOUR:
An undemanding and hardy groundcover that has delicate, feathery light green foliage that forms a dense carpet. It produces masses of roundish, mauve flowers throughout the year, with a peak in the summer months.
This plant is valuable for a wildlife-friendly garden as it attracts a host of insect pollinators.
The leaves and flowers are edible and make a refreshing tea.
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2 responses
Hi Arlene
Thanks for visiting Plantbook.
Try the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens –
All the best.
Flourish!
Glenice
Dear Glenice,
Where can I get geranium incanum seeds, please?
Called Cape Garden Centre, but they don’t have any.
Please can you help?
I am based in Cape Town Northern Suburbs.
Many thanks,
Arlene