Geranium richardsonii
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A deciduous, clump forming herbaceous perennial with lobed leaves on stems to 60cm (24in) high and clusters of white, pink-veined flowers with a bright orange star-shaped stigma in spring to late summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Geranium richardsonii (Geranium richardsonii)
- Genus
- Geranium
- Family
- Geraniaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Autumn · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Geranium richardsonii
Distribution map
Northern America
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Geranium richardsonii
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Geranium richardsonii care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningCut back after flowering to encourage the production of fresh leaves and flowers. Remove old dead foliage in spring before growth commences
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division or by seed in spring, or take basal cuttings in early to mid spring and root with bottom heat.
Growing
GrowingGrow in any moderately fertile soil apart from waterlogged soils. Full sun or partial shade is best, but shade is tolerated.
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, downy mildews and a virus
Pests
May be susceptible to vine weevil, geranium sawfly, slugs and snails
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