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Published on Saturday, Jul 04, 2009
Q: I saw a plant called an everblooming geranium advertised in the paper. It didn't look like the annual geraniums I'm familiar with. What is it?
— L.A., Warren
A: It's no wonder you're puzzled. Geraniums represent a case of mistaken identity.
The annuals we call geraniums really aren't, at least not from a botanical standpoint. They're from the genus Pelargonium and are considered annuals in our area because they can't survive our winters.
True geraniums — that is, plants from the genus Geranium — are commonly called cranesbill. That's what the everblooming geranium you saw in the ad is. Most varieties are hardy in our zone.
Have a question about home maintenance, decorating or gardening? Akron Beacon Journal home writer Mary Beth Breckenridge will find answers for the queries that are chosen to appear in the paper. To submit a question, call her at 330-996-3756, or send e-mail to mbrecken@thebeaconjournal.com.
Q: I saw a plant called an everblooming geranium advertised in the paper. It didn't look like the annual geraniums I'm familiar with. What is it?
— L.A., Warren
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