Cranesbill. A geranium forming a mound of marbled, deeply cut leaves on reddish trailing stems. Large flattish flowers of purplish pink with a small white eye. Max Height 50cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Geranium swatense
A geranium forming a mound of marbled, deeply cut leaves on reddish trailing stems. Large flattish flowers of purplish pink with a small white eye.
Additional information
| Generic | Geranium |
|---|---|
| Species | swatense |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cranesbill |
| Flower Colour | purple, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 50cm |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Sprawling |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Scree |
| Toxicity | |
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