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Geranium pratense Victor Reiter strain
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Geranium pratense Victor Reiter strain
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Geranium pratense Victor Reiter strain


Meadow Cranesbill

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.230.930


This is unique among the hardy Cranesbills, being valued mostly for its stunning display of foliage. Leaves are large and deeply cut, with a rich purple shading in the spring, later fading more to green as the plants begin to bloom. Flowers are cup-shaped, violet-blue and held in loose sprays overtop of the foliage in late spring and early summer. Wonderful in mixed containers, in the border, or woodland garden. May benefit from a hard trim back after flowering is over, to rejuvenate the foliage.

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Geranium pratense Victor Reiter strain


Optimal Growing
Conditions
Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Flower Colour
  Deep Blue
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Purple Black
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Woodland
Height
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Spread
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.