Geranium pratense 'Boom Chocolatta' is a bold and beautiful hardy geranium with rich, chocolate-bronze foliage and violet-blue flowers. It adds vibrant contrast and texture to sunny or partially shaded borders, blooming profusely from late spring into summer.
This upright, mounding perennial is deer resistant, pollinator-friendly, and thrives in average, well-drained soil. Its foliage color deepens through the season, creating a stunning backdrop even when not in bloom.
- Full Sun to Part Shade
- Blooms Late Spring to Summer
- Chocolate-colored foliage with blue-violet blooms
- Tolerates a variety of soils
- Great for borders, pollinator gardens, and cottage gardens
- Height: 24–26 Inches
- Spread: 28–30 Inches
- Hardiness Zone: 4–8
- Deer Resistant
- Pollinator Friendly and Easy to Grow
Plant Care Instructions and Attributes
- Prefers full sun to part shade
- Water regularly during establishment
- Cut back after flowering to encourage tidy growth
- Deadhead to extend bloom time
Note: Plants are shipped in their pots with protective packaging to ensure safe delivery. Seasonal dieback or foliage fading may occur but plants will rebound beautifully in spring. Shipping not available to California due to state restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions❓
When does 'Boom Chocolatta' bloom?
It blooms from late spring through summer with vivid violet-blue flowers.
What makes its foliage unique?
Its rich chocolate-colored leaves deepen through the season, adding dramatic contrast.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes! Bees and butterflies are frequent visitors to its vibrant blooms.
Is it deer-resistant?
Yes, it is rarely bothered by deer and makes a reliable border choice.
How tall does it get?
It grows up to 24–26 inches tall with a spread of 28–30 inches.
Growing Zones: 4–8
| Mature Height: | 24 to 26 Inches |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Mature Width: | 28 to 30 Inches |
| Botanical Name: | Geranium pratense 'Boom Chocolatta' |
| Bloom Time: | Late Spring to Summer |
| Foliage: | Chocolate-bronze, deeply cut leaves |
| Plant Type: | Perennial |
| Product Type: | Sun-Loving Flowering Perennial |
