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big-root cranesbill 'Velebit'

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A herbaceous perennial, 30cm high, spreading by rhizomes, with semi-evergreen, aromatic, lobed green leaves, which turn red in autumn, and long stems, held well above the leaves, of mid magenta-pink flowers, with reddish calyces which are less inflated than most G. macrorrhizum varieties, from late spring to midsummer

Scientific classification

Species: big-root cranesbill 'Velebit' (Geranium macrorrhizum 'Velebit')
Genus: Geranium
Family: Geraniaceae

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Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Semi evergreen
Foliage: Matforming
Habit: Autumn · Winter · Spring · Summer
Season of interest: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of big-root cranesbill 'Velebit'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of big-root cranesbill 'Velebit'

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big-root cranesbill 'Velebit' care guide

Moderate watering, allow slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate watering, allow slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Light balanced feed in spring and midsummer

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by division or by rhizome cuttings in spring

Growing

Grow in full sun or shade in well-drained soil; excellent for ground cover

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free, but may be affected by a rust, a downy mildew, leafy gall, and virus diseases; may also be affected powdery mildews in dry conditions