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Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum'

Family Geraniaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum' (bigroot cranesbill) produces showy, bright pink and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has fragrant foliage that is faded green and bright yellow in colour. Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum' (bigroot cranesbill) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions Be advised that Geranium macrorrhizum 'Variegatum' (bigroot cranesbill) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.