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African Geranium

Botanical Name
Pelargonium sidoides. P. reniforme.
Family
Geraniaceae
Plant Type
Evergreen Perennial
Size (HxW)
25-30cm x 30-50cm
Depth & Spacing
Plant at the same level as in the pot with roots spread evenly below the soil surface, space 30-50cm apart.
Soil
Moderately fertile to humus rich, well drained soil, they are quite adaptable. They hail from South Africa where it grows in open grasslands on clays soils, shale and basalt.
Aspect
Full sun
Climate
Cool to Mediterranean
Frost
Fully Hardy
Water
Water to establish then only if rainfall is low – establishing plants can take 4-6 wks and they need regular watering at that time.
Fertiliser
A light application in spring if your soil is poor will help them bloom to potential.
Flowering Time
Spring to winter, year round in mild climates.
After Flower Care
Cut off spent flowers and dead or dying foliage to tidy.
Notes
Useful in rockeries, towards the front of garden beds or in pots.

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