Cranesbill. A very attractive plant with tufts of green leaves and delicate cup-shaped, reddish-purple flowers with a small dark centre. Max Height 15cm to 20cm. Max Spread 20cm to 30cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Geranium cinereum var. subcaulescens ‘Giuseppii’
A very attractive plant with tufts of green leaves and delicate cup-shaped, reddish-purple flowers with a small dark centre.
Additional information
| Generic | Geranium |
|---|---|
| Species | cinereum |
| Varietry | var. subcaulescens 'Giuseppii' |
| Common Name | Cranesbill |
| Flower Colour | red, purple |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm, 20cm |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Spread | 20cm, 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mound-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| 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 |
| Toxicity | |
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