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GERANIUM pratense 'Cloud Nine'
Commonly known as Meadow cranesbill
Semi-double mauve-lavender flower with darker veining
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowWildlife plant - insects, butterflies even though double
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Pests & DiseasesVine weevil larvae, sawfly larvae, slugs, snails, viruses, downy mildew
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Place of originGarden origin. Wales. Ty Cwm Nursery
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Deciduous7- to 9-lobed basal leaves 20cm (8in) long, the lobes often deeply divided and toothed
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
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DoubleMulti rows of petals, no stamen showing
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Saucer-shapedTo 4.5cm (1¾in) across
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Fully hardy
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Height75cm (30in)
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Spread45cm (18in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Clump-forming perennial with hairy stems. Produces erect flowers in dense cymes
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size75cm (30in)
45cm (18in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Geranium - Growing Guide