Geranium 'Dreamland'

Geranium 'Dreamland' in bloom in a sunny garden
Geranium 'Dreamland'

Perennial of the Geraniaceae family, Geranium 'Dreamland' is a garden hybrid obtained by Robin Moss in England, resulting from a cross between G. traversii var. elegans and G. versicolor.

It forms a low and compact clump, reaching 25 to 35 cm in height, with a spreading and slightly trailing habit. The foliage is palmately lobed, a soft grayish-green, finely pubescent, semi-evergreen depending on the climate, and contributes to the delicate appearance of the whole.

The flowers reach about 2.5 to 3 cm in diameter. Their color is a very pale pink, almost pearly white, traversed by fine and regular pink-purple veins radiating from a greenish-white center. The stamens with dark, almost black anthers form a discreet focal point in the heart of the flower. The broad and slightly wavy petals give each flower a characteristic satin texture, clearly visible in the low light.

In cultivation, the flowering extends from June to September, with good continuity. It appreciates well-drained soil, in full sun or light partial shade, and tolerates relatively dry conditions in summer, a quality inherited from G. traversii.

Its apparent delicacy contrasts with honorable hardiness, and its very soft color palette easily matches with other rock garden or border perennials.