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Geranium phaeum 'Album'

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<ul><li><b>Position:</b> full sun or partial shade<li><b>Soil:</b> fertile, well-drained<li><b>Rate of growth:</b> average to fast<li><b>Flowering period:</b> May to June<li><b>Hardiness:</b> fully hardy<br><br>A useful geranium that will thrive even in damp or dry shade. This has small, nodding, white flowers with yellow centres in late spring to early summer, held high above green, deeply lobed leaves, with distinctive purple blotches around the centre. It will quickly spread to form a hummock of foliage that is good for suppressing weeds. Use it in woodland, among ferns, where the white flowers will shine, or under deciduous trees.<BR><BR><li><b>Garden care:</b> In midsummer rejuvenate plants that are beginning to look jaded, by removing old flowered stems and leaves. Lift and divide large colonies in spring. </li></ul>

  • Position: full sun or partial shade
  • Soil: fertile, well-drained
  • Rate of growth: average to fast
  • Flowering period: May to June
  • Hardiness: fully hardy

    A useful geranium that will thrive even in damp or dry shade. This has small, nodding, white flowers with yellow centres in late spring to early summer, held high above green, deeply lobed leaves, with distinctive purple blotches around the centre. It will quickly spread to form a hummock of foliage that is good for suppressing weeds. Use it in woodland, among ferns, where the white flowers will shine, or under deciduous trees.

  • Garden care: In midsummer rejuvenate plants that are beginning to look jaded, by removing old flowered stems and leaves. Lift and divide large colonies in spring.

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"A cool presence with greener leaves and silver-white flowers studded with yellow stamens - not a hint of pink - and good at lightening deep shade"

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    Comments about Geranium phaeum 'Album':

    hardly grew at all, even tho in suitable place-dont know what happened there- did flower but not many blossoms.maybe better next year

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    Crocus response:Hello,

    I'm sorry to hear your geranium has not flourished as usually they are fairly robust. I would say however that if they are planted under a tree or other large plant, they will need a bit more tlc than usual for their first year or two.

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      My neighbours have leylandii growing next to their back fence - nothing on my side seems to want to grow as a result - can you suggest something hardy that will survive the arid conditions created? We are on chalky soil.
      Asked on 21/3/2016 by Catherine from Winchester

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      Can you tell me what the best perennial plants to buy for a shady area!!!!!
      Asked on 21/4/2014 by Sammo from Hertfordshire

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      Plant advice for 2 new beds please

      Hello, I need some help to decide which plants to put into two new areas please:- 1: A semi-circle flash bed at the front of the house, size approx 2m x 0.80m and 0.80m deep. I thought about the 3 following options for a small tree/bush in the middle:- a) Magnolia soulangeana, but I was worried about the size that it could grow to and possible problems with roots etc . Will it stay small if the size of the container is used to restrict it? b) Witch Hazel (Hamamelis intermediana 'Diane'). Will it spread too much? I think this is very pretty. c) Corylus avellana 'contorta' Then I also need to think about ground cover plants to help suppress weeds. I am only interested in fully hardy, easy to look after plants, could be with some flowers or coloured leaves. 2:- A thin path between neighbours (approx 2m x 0.40). My idea is to plant bamboo. I would love a modern thin run of bamboo with ground cover. My worry is which bamboos to use. I love the yellow, like Phyllostychys aureocaulis (Golden Grove) but not sure if it is strong enough as it could be exposed to some wind. I bought from you a couple of years ago the Phyllostychys aureosulcata 'Spectabilis' which I planted in pots but it died this year. I see on your website some other bamboos but I don't like them as much as their canes seems less exposed and have a lot more foliage. But possibly these would be a better alternative... ...? For the ground cover I as thinking of Ophiopogen nigrescen. Do you think these plants will be suitable, or have you any other suggestions? Thank you for your help, Galia
      Asked on 15/2/2010 by e moran

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      Is it still ok to be cutting back herbaceous perennials, Lavender and Caryopteris late in the year?

      Dear Crocus, I didn't have time to cut back to ground level all my herbaceous perennial plants and some shrubs in the autumn, due to work and family commitments. It's difficult to get out into the garden just now as I only have a little time at the weekend. Would it be too late for me to cut everything back still between now in December and the end of February e.g hardy Geraniums, Hostas,etc. and shrubs like Lavenders and Caryopteris? I really would appreciate your advice. Many thanks Pamela
      Asked on 13/12/2009 by Pamela Spiers

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        Hi Helen, Thank you for your helpful information. The snow made the decision for me, it has lain for 4 weeks now. Kind Regards Pamela

        Answered on 9/1/2010 by Pamela Spiers

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        Hello Pamela, You can do the herbaceous perennials anytime between now and spring, but the Caryopteris and Lavenders should be tackled in spring. I hope this helps. Helen Plant Doctor

        Answered on 15/12/2009 by Crocus Helpdesk

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      Plants for outside my front door

      Hi Crocus I live in a flat and have pots outside my external front door. What plants can I grow in pots, in semi shade that will attract the bees? Thank you for your help. Kind regards Guy
      Asked on 29/7/2009 by Guy Smith

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        Hello Guy, The following plants would be suitable for your pots. Forget-me-not (Myosotis species) Bellflowers (Campanula species) Cranesbill (Geranium species) Dahlia - single-flowered species and cultivars Hellebores (Helleborus species) Japanese anemone (Anemone ?? hybrida) Fritillaries (Fritillaria species) Grape hyacinth (Muscari species) Hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis) Siberian squill (Scilla siberica) Winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) Box (Buxus sempervirens) Christmas box (Sarcococca species) I hope this helps, Helen Plant Doctor

        Answered on 30/7/2009 by Crocus Helpdesk
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