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Geranium dalmaticum

Geranium dalmaticum · Perennial

Hardiness
None Not rated by RHS (to None)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade, Full shade
Height × Spread
10 cm × 10–50 cm
Soil
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained; Chalk Loam Sand; pH Acid or Alkaline or Neutral
Flowering
May–July
Toxicity
No toxicity recorded

The Gardening Year

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower

Watch out for

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation and apply a fungicide or bicarbonate spray at first sign.

Slugs and snails: Use iron phosphate pellets, beer traps, or hand-pick at night to reduce populations.

Root rot: Ensure well-draining compost and avoid overwatering; remove affected plants immediately.

Aphids: Spray off with a strong jet of water or treat with insecticidal soap or natural predators.

Leaf spot: Remove infected leaves and avoid wetting foliage when watering to prevent spread.

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