Cranesbill. Dormant through the summer with leaves appearing in autumn through the winter. Spring flowering with violet blue flowers held well above the foliage. Max Height 15cm to 20cm. Max Spread 15cm to 20cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Geranium libani
Dormant through the summer with leaves appearing in autumn through the winter. Spring flowering with violet blue flowers held well above the foliage.
Additional information
| Generic | Geranium |
|---|---|
| Species | libani |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cranesbill |
| Flower Colour | violet, blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 15cm, 20cm |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Spread | 15cm, 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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