GERANIUM himalayense

Commonly known as Cranesbill

(grandiflorum) - violet-blue flowers
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    7-lobed, prominently veined basal leaves 5-20cm (2-8in) long, with broad, blunt-toothed lobes
  • Blue
    Violet blue, touched with reddish pink. White centres
  • Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
    Veined
  • Height
    30-45cm (12-18in)
  • Spread
    60cm (24in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
    Rhizomatous, mat-forming perennial. Produces flowers in loose cymes in a main flush in early summer then, spasmodically, to early autumn. Leaves colour well in autumn
  • Ground cover
    These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full shade
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

GERANIUM himalayense

 
Available Early Spring 2025 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
£13.50 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £12 each
Delivery Information Available Early Spring 2025
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Makes good ground cover even in shade. Wildlife plant - insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Vine weevil, slugs, snails, viruses, downy mildew. Powdery mildew in dry conditions.
    Place of origin
    Himalayas
  • Flower Shape
    Saucer-shaped
    4-6cm (1½-2½in) across
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Cottage garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Geranium - Growing Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
30-45cm (12-18in)
 bulb/corm - guide for size not form Hand Trowel
  60cm (24in)
  

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

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