Geranium x 'Solitaire Scarlet'
Cranesbills
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Cranesbills (Geranium x 'Solitaire Scarlet') - Description
For vivid color all summer long, you can depend on this geranium to brighten up window boxes, flower beds and containers. 'Solitaire Scarlet' is for those who prefer traditional leaves with dark zones. Deep scarlet blooms form 14 weeks after sowing, for real fast color.
Cranesbills (Geranium x 'Solitaire Scarlet') - Blooming
Most Cranesbill start blooming in May and will continue through the autumn. If the summer heat causes the flowers to fad, trim back and water heavily to promote continued blooming.
Cranesbills (Geranium x 'Solitaire Scarlet') - Growth
They prefer full sun or half sun, but are tolerant of many conditions. They are cold hardy and will last through autumn. The roots can become invasive.
Cranesbills (Geranium x 'Solitaire Scarlet') - Planting
Many Cranesbill will self-sow, but hybrids may not come true from seed. In those cases you should either use cuttings, which may be difficult to root, or by dividing the roots, which is much easier.
Cranesbills (Geranium x 'Solitaire Scarlet') - Interesting facts
The plants that most people know as Geranium are actually classified as Pelargonium.
Cranesbills (Geranium x 'Solitaire Scarlet') - Soil and irrigation
Grow in moist, well-drained, humusy soil.
