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- Plant cranesbill properly
- Which location does the cranesbill prefer?
- Which soil is optimal for the cranesbill?
- When is the right time for planting / sowing?
- Which planting distance should be kept?
- How best to multiply the cranesbill?
- When does the cranesbill bloom?
- Good neighbors / bad neighbors
- Location requirements and planting distances at a glance
- Tips
The location requirements differ depending on the cranesbill species
Plant cranesbill properly
The Cranesbill - botanical Geranium - is a very popular perennial for garden and tub. However, the numerous species differ in some cases severely in terms of their locations, which is why you will receive a practical overview of the specific planting conditions in this article.
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Depending on the species and variety, the cranesbill can be planted in sunny, partially shaded and even shady locations. The table below gives you a choice.
Which soil is optimal for the cranesbill?
Almost all storks prefer a loamy-humus soil, some prefer dry, others like it rather damp.
When is the right time for planting / sowing?
The cranesbill is sown or planted in spring.
Which planting distance should be kept?
The planting distance differs considerably depending on the species and variety. The table below gives you a good overview of how many plants of a certain type you should plan for each square meter of area.
How best to multiply the cranesbill?
The cranesbill can best be propagated by sowing or splitting. In some species, a vegetative propagation over cuttings is also useful.
When does the cranesbill bloom?
Most cranesbill species bloom in June / July, but there are also early flowering and late flowering species. By pruning after flowering, some cranesbills can be stimulated to a second flowering.
Good neighbors / bad neighbors
Many cranesbill species harmonize very well with roses and / or peonies.
Location requirements and planting distances at a glance
Tips
Many hybrids such as "Rozanne", "Nimbus", "Orion" or "Salome" offer an exceptionally long flowering time.