Cranesbill. A sprawling, hairy plant with pretty cut and wrinkled leaves. Beautiful violet-blue flowers with darker veins and a pink central zone. Max Height 20cm to 30cm. Max Spread 20cm to 30cm. Flowers May to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Geranium bohemicum
A sprawling, hairy plant with pretty cut and wrinkled leaves. Beautiful violet-blue flowers with darker veins and a pink central zone.
Category: Bi-annuals
Additional information
Generic | Geranium |
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Species | bohemicum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Cranesbill |
Flower Colour | violet, blue, pink |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Biennial |
Height | 20cm, 30cm |
Family | Geraniaceae |
Spread | 20cm, 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Sprawling |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Woodland, Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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