GERANIUM maderense

Evergreen

Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) - cerise pink

Height - 1.2m-1.5m (4-5ft)

Spread - 1.2m-1.5m (4-5ft)

Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - robust perennial, usually short-lived. Short, erect stems bearing rosettes of deeply-toothed leaves to 60cm (24in) long. Flat flowers 4cm (1½in) across. Flowers have pale pink veins and dark magenta centres.

Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height

Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)

Full sun

Partial shade

Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - insects

Pests & Diseases - vine weevil, slugs, snails. Viruses, downy mildew. Powdery mildew in dry conditions.

Place of origin - Madeira.

Garden Location/Conditions - Rockery (inc alpine)

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil

Wildlife - Bee friendly

Rabbit Resistant