Geranium reflexum
reflexed cranesbill
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.
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Pink | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green Orange | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full shade
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing or North–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Geraniaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Geranium can be annuals, biennials and perennials, herbaceous or evergreen, with rounded, usually palmately lobed or divided leaves, and lax inflorescences of rounded, 5-petalled flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- S Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Partial shade to full shade is best, but full sun is tolerated if the soil is moist.
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring, or take basal cuttings in early to mid spring and root with bottom heat.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
- Banks and slopes
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning
Cut back after flowering to encourage the production of fresh leaves and flowers. Remove old dead foliage in spring before growth commences
Pests
May be susceptible to vine weevil, geranium sawfly, slugs and snails
Diseases
May be susceptible to Powdery mildews, downy mildews and a virus
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