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Geranium 'Ann Folkard'
Geranium 'Ann Folkard', commonly known as hardy geranium (cranesbill), is a versatile hardy geranium that forms spreading mounds of foliage topped with open, saucer-shaped flowers. It is excellent for ground cover and weaving through mixed plantings.
After around five years of growth, this plant typically reaches: Typically 30–60 cm tall with a spread of 60–90 cm after 5 years.
Recommended compost for planting: Use a good quality multi-purpose compost with added organic matter.
Key Features:
- Habit: Herbaceous perennial forming an attractive clump or spreading mound.
- Season of interest: Provides colour or foliage interest during the main growing season.
- Garden uses: Suitable for mixed borders, perennial beds, and many varieties also perform well in containers.
- Maintenance: Generally low maintenance; remove spent flowers and tidy old growth as needed.
Geranium 'Ann Folkard' is a dependable choice for adding long-lasting interest and character to planting schemes.
Plant Details
| Flowering Period | June to October |
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| Hardiness | RHS H7 (below −20°C). |
Growing Guide
| Position | Full sun or partial shade |
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Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade
- Mature size
- 60cm high· 90cm wide
- Flowering
- Pink· Purple· Multicolour
- Foliage
- deciduous
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