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Geranium Silvias Surprise

Geranium Silvias Surprise
Cranesbill, Storksbill, Hardy Geranium

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2 thin but vigorous stems.

Aurélie A., 18/10/2019

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The perennial Geranium wallichianum Silvia's surprise, an evergreen ground cover with abundant pink flowers with a white center.
Flower size
4 cm
Height at maturity
40 cm
Spread at maturity
60 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to October
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Description

The Geranium wallichianum Silvia's surprise is a low perennial that blooms from July to October, producing abundant pink flowers with white hearts. They take on a bluish hue in early cold weather. Its flowers are composed of 5 petals and measure 3 to 4 cm (1 to 2in) in diameter. They attract butterflies.

The green foliage of this perennial geranium is evergreen. The leaves, 5 to 15 cm (2 to 6in) long, are grouped in pairs on long creeping stems. The foliage and bark are fragrant.

Originally from Afghanistan and India, it is a very hardy and robust plant. It can reach a height of 40 cm (16in) at maturity. Thanks to its spreading habit, it is an ideal ground cover. This wallichianum geranium can be found in flower beds, borders, at the front of mixed borders, as well as in limestone rockeries. Additionally, it can be grown in containers and hanging baskets. Géranium Silvia's surprise pairs well with Campanula persicifolia, Heuchera, and Gypsophila repens.

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Geranium Silvias Surprise (Flowering) Flowering
Geranium Silvias Surprise (Foliage) Foliage
Geranium Silvias Surprise (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time July to October
Flower size 4 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Semi-evergreen
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 cm
Spread at maturity 60 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Geranium

Cultivar

Silvias Surprise

Family

Geraniaceae

Other common names

Cranesbill, Storksbill, Hardy Geranium

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Planting and care

The Geranium wallichianum Silvia's surprise appreciates full sun as well as partial shade. Plant it in ordinary, light, moist, and well-drained soil. Perennial geraniums are not very demanding. Water once or twice a week during the growing season. Give little water in winter. At the end of flowering, cut back the clump and water well to stimulate new growth. During flowering, remove faded flowers and leaves to encourage new blooms.

Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to October

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Planting density 3 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, drained and rich

Care

Pruning instructions After the flowering, it is wise to cut back the stems and leaves to ground level in order to avoid excessive sowing and to encourage new foliage and promote a second flowering.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time July to August
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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