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.
Additional information
| Generic | Geranium |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
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