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dusky cranesbill 'Springtime'

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Springtime' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial 50cm high with deciduous lobed leaves, which emerge marbled with white and cream then mature to green marked near the base of the lobes with dark red, and reflexed, deep maroon-purple flowers, from late spring to midsummer

Scientific classification

Species: dusky cranesbill 'Springtime' (Geranium phaeum 'Springtime')
Genus: Geranium
Family: Geraniaceae

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Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of dusky cranesbill 'Springtime'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of dusky cranesbill 'Springtime'

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dusky cranesbill 'Springtime' care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

No pruning required, but cutting back flowered stems and old leaves may encourage the growth of fresh leaves and flowers

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring, or by basal softwood cuttings taken in spring and rooted with bottom heat; propagation for resale is prohibited without a licence

Growing

Grow in sun or shade in moist but well-drained soil; good in damp shade

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to a rust, a downy mildew, leafy gall, and virus diseases; may also be susceptible to powdery mildews in dry conditions but generally disease-free