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GERANIUM renardii

Commonly known as Cranesbill

Silvery foliage, white flowers, veined violet
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Wrinkled, veined, velvety basal leaves to 10cm (4in) across, each cut into 5 or 7 broad lobes with scalloped margins
  • Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
    Veined
  • White
  • Height
    30cm (12in)
  • Spread
    30cm (12in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Clump forming perennial. Produces dense clusters of flowers
  • 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 sun
  • Partial shade

GERANIUM renardii

 
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Often shy-flowering but a good foliage plant.
    Pests & Diseases
    Vine weevil, slugs, snails. Viruses and downy mildew. Powdery mildew in dry conditions.
    Place of origin
    Caucasus.
  • Flower Shape
    Saucer-shaped
    3cm (1¼in) across with notched petals
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
    Cottage garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
    Best in poor soil.
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
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30cm (12in)
Herbaceous - guide for size not form Hand Trowel
  30cm (12in)
 

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