Geranium traversii var. elegans
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A low-growing, herbaceous perennial, forming rosettes of lobed, mid-green, rounded foliage on stems 7.5-10cm (3-4in) high and 30cm (12in) across. In summer pale-pink, saucer-shaped flowers appear above the foliage. Its very low growth makes it ideal for use at the front of borders and in rockeries.
Scientific classification
- Species
- Geranium traversii var. elegans (Geranium traversii var. elegans)
- 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
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Geranium traversii var. elegans
Distribution map
New Zealand (Chatham Islands)
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Geranium traversii var. elegans
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Geranium traversii var. elegans care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningRemove spent flowered stems and old leaves 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 moderately fertile soil apart from waterlogged soils. For best growth and flowering, plant in full sun or partial shade.
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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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