Cranesbill. A summer-dormant geranium with finely cut leaves and rosy purple flowers on erect stems in early summer. Max Height 20cm to 25cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Geranium tuberosum
A summer-dormant geranium with finely cut leaves and rosy purple flowers on erect stems in early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Geranium |
|---|---|
| Species | tuberosum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cranesbill |
| Flower Colour | purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 20cm, 25cm |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| 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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