Geranium phaeum 'Raven' - P9

Description
The Dusky cranesbill 'Raven' (Geranium phaeum) is an upright, loose perennial with decorative, rounded, lobed, light green leaves. It bears purple-violet flowers from June to August. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 50 cm and is approx. 40 cm wide. The Dusky cranesbill 'Raven' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * the blossoms are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * very beautiful in containers

leaves
High foliage ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of the Dusky cranesbill 'Raven's are light green, roundish, lobed.

Frost hardiness
The Dusky cranesbill 'Raven' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, loose.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Flower
Geranium phaeum 'Raven' forms purple-violet flowers from June.

Use
Tubs, group planting, bee pasture, perennial bed, balcony/patio, cutting