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Geranium sanguinium Elke

Geranium sanguinium Elke

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Geranium sanguinium Elke

A low growing variety with a summer flowering period, Geranium sanguinium Elke (Cranesbill) is a unique and attractive addition to any garden. Its fine foliage produces a small mound in spring, from which lovely open pink flowers are produced. These flowers are more impressive and larger than the species. This hardy herbaceous perennial is easily maintained at a height and spread of 20cm, with dark green foliage and pink flowers that bloom in early summer.

  • Height: Easily maintained to 20cm
  • Spread: Easily maintained to 20cm
  • Foliage Colour: Dark green 
  • Flower Colour: Pink
  • Flowering Season: Early summer
  • Soil Type: Moist, well drained, sandy, loam, clay, chalk
  • Position: Full Sun to Partial shade
  • Hardiness: Hardy, H7 (-15 and lower)
  • Type: Herbaceous perennial

Geranium sanguinium Elke thrives in moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a variety of soil types, including sandy, loam, clay, and chalk. It can be planted in full sun to partial shade and is hardy up to H7 (-15 and lower). This plant is grown in a 2 litre pot, making it easy to transplant into your garden.

The Geranium genus includes both greenhouse geraniums (officially known as Pelargoniums) and hardy perennial geraniums, also known as Crane's Bill. This particular variety falls into the latter category and is known for its ease of growth and beautiful appearance. Ranging from small alpines to large perennials, hardy geraniums are versatile and can thrive in most conditions, except for very wet and boggy areas.

Geranium sanguinium Elke is a low-growing plant, making it ideal for ground cover and perfect for the front of a border. For more vigorous varieties, trimming back after the first flowering can encourage regrowth and a second round of blooms. In winter, the plant will die back, but a good mulch will provide all the nutrients it needs to shoot away in the spring.

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