Cranesbill. A very attractive plant with tufts of green leaves and delicate cup-shaped, bright pink flowers with a 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 ‘Splendens’
A very attractive plant with tufts of green leaves and delicate cup-shaped, bright pink flowers with a dark centre.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Geranium |
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Species | cinereum |
Varietry | var. subcaulescens 'Splendens' |
Common Name | Cranesbill |
Flower Colour | pink |
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 |
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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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Pruning Time | |
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