Geranium — 25 species
Botanical species in the genus Geranium recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Geranium bicknellii
Geranium bicknellii
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium dissectum
Geranium dissectum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a range of soil types. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium erianthum
Geranium erianthum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a range of soil types. Plants are hardy to about -20°c.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium incanum
Geranium incanum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Plants are not very hardy in Britain.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium lucidum
Geranium lucidum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Most members of this genus tolerate a wide range of soil types, though this species is said to require a calcareous soil. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium macrorrhizum
Geranium macrorrhizum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Easily grown in dry or moist situations, in sun or light shade. Succeeds even in deep shade. Tolerates a wide range of soil types, succeeding in any moderately fertile retentive soil.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium maculatum
Geranium maculatum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types, including water-logged soils. Plants are hardy to about -25°c.
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Geranium mexicanum
Geranium mexicanum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
A plant of subtropical to tropical areas, where it is generally found at elevations above 1,900 metres.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium molle
Geranium molle
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium nepalense
Geranium nepalense
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium ocellatum
Geranium ocellatum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium pilosum
Geranium pilosum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in this country. The following comments are based on the general needs of the species. Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium potentilloides
Geranium potentilloides
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors at least in the milder areas of this country. The following comments are based on the general needs of the species. Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium pratense
Geranium pratense
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. There are many named varieties, selected for their ornamental value.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium pusillum
Geranium pusillum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium robertianum
Geranium robertianum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types, succeeding in dry soils. Grows well on woodland edges.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium rotundifolium
Geranium rotundifolium
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium sibiricum
Geranium sibiricum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium solanderi
Geranium solanderi
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in this country. The following comments are based on the general needs of the species. Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium sylvaticum
Geranium sylvaticum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in sun or shade. Tolerant of a wide range of soil types and of shade. Plants can be naturalized in meadows.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium thunbergii
Geranium thunbergii
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium tuberosum
Geranium tuberosum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Established plants are drought resistant.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium viscosissimum
Geranium viscosissimum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any good soil in sun or partial shade. Plants are hardy to about -25°c. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium wallichianum
Geranium wallichianum
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Prefers a position that is cool and moist in the summer but is not heavily shaded.
Full cultivation guide →Geranium wilfordii
Geranium wilfordii
Family: Geraniaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position.
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