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Geranium phaeum 'Springtime'

Family Geraniaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 50 cm (18 - 20 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Geranium phaeum 'Springtime' (mourning widow cranesbill) bears faded purple flowers during late spring to early summer. The foliage is deep green and white in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.