Geranium clarkei
Clark's Geranium
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Clark's Geranium (Geranium clarkei) - Description
Geranium clarkei, called Clark's geranium, is a species of flowering plant in the Geraniaceae family, native to India and cultivated for use in gardens. It is an herbaceous perennial growing to 50 cm (20 in) in height, with deeply cut 7-lobed leaves and white or purple flowers with pink veining in summer. It spreads by underground rhizomes, and is used for groundcover or the front of a border.
Clark's Geranium (Geranium clarkei) - 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.
Clark's Geranium (Geranium clarkei) - 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.
Clark's Geranium (Geranium clarkei) - 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.
Clark's Geranium (Geranium clarkei) - Interesting facts
The plants that most people know as Geranium are actually classified as Pelargonium.
Clark's Geranium (Geranium clarkei) - Soil and irrigation
Grow in moist, well-drained, humusy soil.
