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big-root cranesbill 'Ridsko'

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Ridsko' is a herbaceous perennial, 30-35cm high, spreading by dark rhizomes, with dark stems, almost deciduous, aromatic, lobed, rather glossy green leaves, which turn red in autumn, and pale magenta-pink flowers, 2.5cm across, held well above the leaves, from late spring to early summer

Scientific classification

Species: big-root cranesbill 'Ridsko' (Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridsko')
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: Semi evergreen
Foliage: Matforming
Habit: Autumn · Spring · Summer · Winter
Season of interest: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of big-root cranesbill 'Ridsko'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of big-root cranesbill 'Ridsko'

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big-root cranesbill 'Ridsko' 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

Propagation

Propagate by division or by rhizome cuttings in spring

Growing

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

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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 affected by powdery mildews in dry conditions but generally disease-free