Cranesbill. A low mound of deeply cut leaves. Thin stems radiate from the centre with trumpet-shaped flowers of bright magenta pink, veined dark purple with a small white eye. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers June to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Geranium palustre
A low mound of deeply cut leaves. Thin stems radiate from the centre with trumpet-shaped flowers of bright magenta pink, veined dark purple with a small white eye.
Additional information
| Generic | Geranium |
|---|---|
| Species | palustre |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cranesbill |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mound-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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