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Common name: "Crane's Bill"
Latin name:
Geranium cantabrigiense 'Karmina'

Crane's Bill
Zone: 4 - 9
Elevation to:
8000'
Growth habit:
Ground cover
Max height:
6" - 9"
Spread: 10"
Flowers: Yes, May - July
Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 12+
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured: Geranium cantavrigiense 'Karmina'
Perennial Cultivation: Plant the Karmina Geraniumin fun sun to partial shade in well drained fertile soil. "Crane's Bill" adapts to most soil types and tolerates dry conditions. It grows well in containers.

Propagation:
Seed can be planted directly in the ground after danger of frost has passed. For faster growth during the first growing season purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center. 

Once established, plants can be divided in spring. 

Geranium Karmina should not  be confused with annual Geraniums. Look here for more information on annual Geraniums.

Potential pests ~ diseases:
Mildews.

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