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Biokovo Cranesbill
Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'
Pronunciation: jer-AE-nee-um kan-TA-bri-gi-en-se
SKU #03833
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; forms mound 10 in. tall, 36 in. wide.
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| Description | Dainty pink-flushed white flowers grace this hardy geranium from late spring into summer. Fragrant foliage becomes red-tinged in fall. Dwarf, ground-hugging form spreads gently by underground stems. Remains neat all season with little care. Thrives in cool summer climates. 2015 Perennial Plant of the Year. Semi-evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring through summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Semi-Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Design Ideas | Ground-hugging, mat-like growth crowds out weeds and turns barren ground into a patchwork of colors and textures. Mass this way, or combine in rock gardens with a variety of plants for the perfect filler. Use in pots around the base of taller plants or in wide bowls and troughs. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Salvia (Salvia); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil. Space 2 ft. to 3 ft. apart as groundcover; closer for faster coverage. Control weeds until the plants fill in. Prune after bloom period to rejuvenate. |
| History | This interspecies hybrid begins with ancestry from the American native G. maculatum crossed with G. cinereum, a native of the Pyrenees moutains. This hybrid is among the group known as the Cambridge geraniums originated in that part of the English countryside. Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' received accolades as 2015 Perennial Plant of the Year. |
| Lore | This genus was named from the Greek for crane because seed pods of the plants resemble the long beak of that bird. |
Details
| Description | Dainty pink-flushed white flowers grace this hardy geranium from late spring into summer. Fragrant foliage becomes red-tinged in fall. Dwarf, ground-hugging form spreads gently by underground stems. Remains neat all season with little care. Thrives in cool summer climates. 2015 Perennial Plant of the Year. Semi-evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Early spring through summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Semi-Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Ground-hugging, mat-like growth crowds out weeds and turns barren ground into a patchwork of colors and textures. Mass this way, or combine in rock gardens with a variety of plants for the perfect filler. Use in pots around the base of taller plants or in wide bowls and troughs. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Salvia (Salvia); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil. Space 2 ft. to 3 ft. apart as groundcover; closer for faster coverage. Control weeds until the plants fill in. Prune after bloom period to rejuvenate. |
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History
| History | This interspecies hybrid begins with ancestry from the American native G. maculatum crossed with G. cinereum, a native of the Pyrenees moutains. This hybrid is among the group known as the Cambridge geraniums originated in that part of the English countryside. Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' received accolades as 2015 Perennial Plant of the Year. |
|---|---|
| Lore | This genus was named from the Greek for crane because seed pods of the plants resemble the long beak of that bird. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Biokovo Cranesbill produce flowers?
Early spring through summer
Is Biokovo Cranesbill evergreen or deciduous?
Biokovo Cranesbill is Semi-Evergreen.
What are the special features of Biokovo Cranesbill?
Biokovo Cranesbill is Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Biokovo Cranesbill resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Biokovo Cranesbill grow?
Biokovo Cranesbill has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Biokovo Cranesbill?
Biokovo Cranesbill grows in an Spreading habit.
Where can I use Biokovo Cranesbill in my landscape?
Biokovo Cranesbill is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
How can I use Biokovo Cranesbill in my garden design?
Ground-hugging, mat-like growth crowds out weeds and turns barren ground into a patchwork of colors and textures. Mass this way, or combine in rock gardens with a variety of plants for the perfect filler. Use in pots around the base of taller plants or in wide bowls and troughs.
What color are Biokovo Cranesbill flowers?
Biokovo Cranesbill produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Biokovo Cranesbill?
Biokovo Cranesbill has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Biokovo Cranesbill?
Good companion plants for Biokovo Cranesbill include: Salvia (Salvia); Creeping Phlox (Phlox); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Biokovo Cranesbill?
Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil. Space 2 ft. to 3 ft. apart as groundcover; closer for faster coverage. Control weeds until the plants fill in. Prune after bloom period to rejuvenate.
What is the history of Biokovo Cranesbill?
This interspecies hybrid begins with ancestry from the American native G. maculatum crossed with G. cinereum, a native of the Pyrenees moutains. This hybrid is among the group known as the Cambridge geraniums originated in that part of the English countryside. Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' received accolades as 2015 Perennial Plant of the Year.
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