Geranium palmatum (Geranium palmatum)
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0.7m max. spread |
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0.9m max. height |
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2-5 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Geranium palmatum
Other names: Geranium palmatum
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Genus: Geranium
Species: G. palmatum - G. palmatum is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial with large, deeply divided leaves. It bears small, magenta flowers on upright, wiry stems throughout summer.
Geranium palmatum is: Deciduous
Flower: Magenta in Summer
Foliage: Green in Spring; Green in Summer; Green in Autumn
Habit: Compact
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
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Specific pests: Sawflies , Slugs , Snails , Vine weevil
Specific diseases: Powdery mildew
General care
Pruning: Remove old flowers and leaves. Leave some seed-heads if self-seeding is desired. . REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Basal cuttings, Division, Seed. REGISTER to read more...
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Geranium palmatum (Geranium palmatum) will reach a height of 0.9m and a spread of 0.7m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, City, Containers, Cottage/Informal, Low Maintenance
Cultivation: Grow in humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun in a sheltered position.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |  |
| Soil drainage: | Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | South | |
| Exposure: | Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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