Geranium phaeum 'Samobor', 1L
£7.00
notes
This tall dusky cranesbill, G. phaeum Samobor, is an upright hardy perennial. In late spring and early summer sprays of slightly nodding, dark burgundy-purple flowers with recurved petals are held aloft above the handsome mound of leaves. The flowers are attractive to pollinating insects. Supplied in biodegradable pot made from waste coir and natural latex.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 1L
- Height and Spread: 90cm x 60cm (2 ft) in 2 - 5 years
Ingredients
LATEX ALLERGY NOTICE: Please note, the fibres in these coir pots are bound together with natural latex.
Features
notes
This tall dusky cranesbill, G. phaeum Samobor, is an upright hardy perennial. In late spring and early summer sprays of slightly nodding, dark burgundy-purple flowers with recurved petals are held aloft above the handsome mound of leaves. The flowers are attractive to pollinating insects. Supplied in biodegradable pot made from waste coir and natural latex.
Insights
An excellent plant for partial shade, especially in dry conditions, it also tolerates full shade and full sun. It self-seeds prolifically and is a tall species so may need some support. Found growing in the damp woods of Croatia, it is named after the Croatian town Samobor.
Details
- Flowers: June - August
- Hardy
Planting
- All soil types
- South, East or West facing
- Full sun or partial sunlight
Care
Deadhead regularly to encourage flowering. In autumn to late winter cut back withered stems.
Glossary
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