GERANIUM nodosum

Commonly known as Cranesbill

Rhizomatous clump-forming perennial with purplish-pink flowers in loose clumps
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    3- or 5-lobed, shallow-toothed, glossy basal leaves 5-20cm (2-8in) long
  • Shades of pink
    All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
    with paler pink centres and darker veins
  • Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
    Veined
  • Height
    30-50cm (12-20in)
  • Spread
    50cm (20in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
    Rhizomatous perennial with red-tinted stems swollen above the nodes. Produces loose cymes of erect, open funnel-shaped flowers 2.5-3cm (1-1¼in) across, with notched petals
  • 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 nodosum

 
Available Early Spring 2023 - 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+ £11 each
Delivery Information Available Early Spring 2023
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Makes effective ground cover in dry soils in full shade. Wildlife plant - insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Vine weevil, slugs, snails, viruses, downy mildew. Powdery mildew in dry conditions.
    Place of origin
    Pyrenees, central Italy, Serbia.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Tolerates all
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Geranium - Growing Guide
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Buy Varieties of GERANIUM nodosum

GERANIUM nodosum 'Silverwood'

GERANIUM nodosum 'Silverwood'

Cranesbill

pure white flowers, floriferous and tough

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Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only Gift-wrapping available
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Gift Wrapping available on this plant

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)
2 options from £6.00

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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