Azure Rush Geranium
Geranium incanum 'Azure Rush'
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Perennial
Height
18 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Zones
5, 6, 7, 8
Water
Medium
Humidity
Moderate
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
Garden Origin (Hybrid)
Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans and pets
The Story
Plant Bio
A vigorous, mounding and spreading herbaceous perennial, valued for its exceptionally long bloom period and attractive, deeply-lobed foliage. Distinguished by its profuse, large, violet-blue flowers with white eyes that bloom continuously from late spring until the first frost. More compact and mounding than its parent 'Rozanne'.
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Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds into well-draining soil in early spring for best germination.
- Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity and promote rooting.
- Water deeply once a week during dry periods to encourage healthy growth.
- Apply a balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
- Pinch back stems to encourage bushier growth and more blooms.
- Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Pro Tip
Use well-draining sandy soil and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water consistently but avoid waterlogging 🌱
- Provide full sun for optimal flowering
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape
- Use organic compost annually
Don't
- Don’t overwater, especially in humid conditions ❌
- Avoid heavy clay soils that retain excess moisture
- Don’t neglect pruning to prevent legginess
- Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer
Seasonal Care Calendar
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Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Azure Rush Geranium questions
What zones can Azure Rush Geranium grow in?
Azure Rush Geranium is hardy in USDA Zones 5–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Azure Rush Geranium deer resistant?
Yes — Azure Rush Geranium is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Azure Rush Geranium bloom?
Azure Rush Geranium typically blooms in late spring to first frost through early summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Azure Rush Geranium need full sun?
Azure Rush Geranium does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.
More Geranium to compare
Bigroot Geranium
Geranium macrorrhizum
Wild Geranium
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Geranium x magnificum 'Rozanne'
Showy Cranesbill
Geranium x magnificum 'Bevan's Variety'
Cranesbill 'Orion'
Geranium maculatum 'Orion'
Spotted Geranium
Geranium maculatum 'Chatto'
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