{"product_id":"25-orion-geranium-seeds-hardy-perennial-with-violet-purple-blooms-for-garden-borders-pollinator-gardens","title":"25 Orion Geranium Seeds - Hardy Perennial with Violet-Purple Blooms for Garden Borders \u0026 Pollinator Gardens","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrion Geranium is a hardy perennial known for its striking violet-purple blooms that add rich color to garden borders, beds, and pollinator gardens. This variety produces abundant flowers atop sturdy stems, creating a beautiful display from early summer through fall. The blooms attract bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly landscapes. With its compact, mounding habit, Orion Geranium works well as a front-of-border plant, in rock gardens, or in containers. It is also a reliable choice for mass plantings and naturalized areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eViolet-purple flowers with subtle veining\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLong bloom season from early summer to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardy perennial that returns year after year\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact, mounding growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geranium x 'Orion'\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clump-forming, mounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early summer to early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart Orion Geranium seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds on the surface of a moist, well-draining seed-starting mix and press them lightly into the soil; do not cover completely, as light aids germination. Maintain a temperature of 65-70°F and keep the medium consistently moist. Germination typically occurs in 14-21 days. Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant them into individual pots and harden them off gradually before planting outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish a deep root system. Once established, Orion Geranium is relatively drought-tolerant but performs best with consistent moisture. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In late fall, cut back foliage to ground level. Mulch around plants in colder zones to protect roots over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25 Orion Geranium seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67776109216054,"sku":"FOLIA-061","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7384020181_h0oh.jpg?v=1792467654","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-orion-geranium-seeds-hardy-perennial-with-violet-purple-blooms-for-garden-borders-pollinator-gardens","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}