Geranium wallichianum
Geranium
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Geranium (Geranium wallichianum) - Description
Geranium wallichianum is a species of hardy flowering herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Geranium, Geraniaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas. It grows to 60 cm with hairy toothed leaves and blue flowers in summer. It is suitable for cultivation in temperate regions, in the front of the border. Various cultivars have been selected of which 'Buxton's variety' has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Geranium (Geranium wallichianum) - 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.
Geranium (Geranium wallichianum) - 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.
Geranium (Geranium wallichianum) - 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.
Geranium (Geranium wallichianum) - Interesting facts
The plants that most people know as Geranium are actually classified as Pelargonium.
Geranium (Geranium wallichianum) - Soil and irrigation
Grow in moist, well-drained, humusy soil.
