Geranium ibericum

Caucasian Cranesbill

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Common Name: 

Caucasian Cranesbill

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Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Caucasian Cranesbill (Geranium ibericum) - Description

Geranium ibericum, commonly called Caucasian Cranesbill or (in North America) Caucasus Geranium or Iberian Geranium, is a herbaceous plant species in the Geraniaceae family. It is native from Western Asia, including Turkey and the Caucasus, and is cultivated as a garden subject. It has a dense mounding habit, and violet colored flowers.

Caucasian Cranesbill (Geranium ibericum) - Blooming

Most Cranesbill start blooming in May and will continue through the autumn. If the summer heat causes the flowers to fad, trim back and water heavily to promote continued blooming.

Caucasian Cranesbill (Geranium ibericum) - Growth

They prefer full sun or half sun, but are tolerant of many conditions. They are cold hardy and will last through autumn. The roots can become invasive.

Caucasian Cranesbill (Geranium ibericum) - Planting

Many Cranesbill will self-sow, but hybrids may not come true from seed. In those cases you should either use cuttings, which may be difficult to root, or by dividing the roots, which is much easier.

Caucasian Cranesbill (Geranium ibericum) - Interesting facts

The plants that most people know as Geranium are actually classified as Pelargonium.

Caucasian Cranesbill (Geranium ibericum) - Soil and irrigation

Grow in moist, well-drained, humusy soil.

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