reflexed cranesbill
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A deciduous, clump forming, herbaceous perennial, producing lobed leaves on lax stems to 75cm (30in) high with clusters of pink reflexed flowers with paler centres in spring and intermittently through summer.
Scientific classification
- Species
- reflexed cranesbill (Geranium reflexum)
- Genus
- Geranium
- Family
- Geraniaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Autumn · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
- 15 – 25 °C
- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of reflexed cranesbill
Distribution map
Southern Europe
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of reflexed cranesbill
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reflexed cranesbill care guide
- Moderate watering, allow slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
- 15 – 25 °C
- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate watering, allow slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring and midsummer
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 in spring, or take basal cuttings in early to mid spring and root with bottom heat.
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Partial shade to full shade is best, but full sun is tolerated if the soil is moist.
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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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