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Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Karmina' (Biokovo Karmina)

Family Geraniaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Karmina' (Biokovo Karmina) (cranesbill) bears showy and faded fuchsia blossoms during late spring to early summer. The glossy foliage is greyish green in colour, medium in texture and fragrant.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Karmina' (Biokovo Karmina) tolerates drought, compacted soil and salt, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Karmina' (Biokovo Karmina) (cranesbill) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.