Geranium sanguineum var. striatum
striped bloody cranesbill
A compact, low-growing geranium that flowers continuously until autumn, this variety has pretty pale pink flowers with darker pink veins above dark green, deeply cut leaves. It is also drought tolerant once established. Try it in a rock garden, at the edge of a raised border, or as part of a cottage garden scheme.
How to care for Geranium sanguineum var. striatum:
In autumn, rejuvenate plants that are beginning to look jaded by removing old flowered stems and leaves. Lift and divide large colonies in spring.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.15m
Eventual spread:
0.3m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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