Armenian cranesbill 'Sumela'

Geranium psilostemon 'Sumela' | Also known as: Crane's bill 'Sumela', Geranium 'Sumela' Geranium armenum 'Sumela' | Rating: 0 votes | Print / Pdf

Though an ideal plant for borders, that doesn’t mean geranium psilostemon or Armenian cranesbill is one to stand on the side lines. The striking flowers produced by Armenian cranesbill are purplish-pink with black centres and black veins and are impossible not to attract admiring looks. This plant also produces an attractive spread of lobed leaves, which take on a red tint during autumn. This plant grows in any fertile, moist soil with good drainage and prefers full sunlight or partial shade, though it will grow in shade as well. In addition to borders Armenian cranesbill looks fantastic in beds and used for under-planting. This is a gorgeous choice for groundcover and a great way to brighten up a wildlife garden. Armenian cranesbill also grows in containers and is guaranteed to revitalise a dull patio or turn a courtyard garden into an enchanting retreat.

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Plant
Known dangers?
  • no
Height [m]
  • 0.3 - 0.45
Spread [m]
  • 0.3 - 0.5
Dominant flower colour
  • Pink
Flower Fragrance
  • No, neutral please
Flowering seasons
  • Early summer
  • Mid summer
  • Late summer
Foliage in spring
  • Green
Foliage in summer
  • Green
Foliage in Autumn
  • Green
Propagation methods
  • seed
  • basal cuttings
  • division
  • root cuttings
Growth habit
  • Compact
Environment
Acidity
  • Acidic
  • Neutral
  • Alkaline
Hardiness zone
  • Z5-8
Winter temperatures [°C]
  • -29 - -7
Moisture
  • well-drained
  • well-drained but frequently watered
Soil type
  • sandy
  • Clay
  • chalky
  • loams
Sun requirements
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Exposure
  • Exposed
  • Sheltered
Usage
Standard category
  • Flowers & bulbs
  • Perennials
Grown for
  • Attractive flowers and easy care
Creative category
  • For Beginners
  • Colours
Garden type
  • Woodland
  • Cottage garden
  • Rock garden
  • Wildlife gardens
Garden spaces
  • Flower beds
  • Underplanting
  • Ground cover
Gardening expertise
  • beginner
Time to reach full size
  • 2 to 5 years
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