Overview
Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' is a clump-forming, mat-forming, trailing, carpet-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Geranium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with light green, bright green, silvery, dissected, patterned foliage. Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds and containers.
About
Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' is a clump-forming, mat-forming cultivar within the Geranium genus, known for its trailing and carpet-forming habit. This perennial plant features light to bright green, silvery, dissected, and patterned foliage, thriving best in full sun on well-drained, neutral loam soil. Suitable for sheltered, south-, west-, or east-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H5. 'Pandora' is ideal for borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds, and containers, offering interest during spring and summer. Cultivation involves growing in moderately fertile soil with propagation by seed, division, or cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Geranium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming, Mat-forming, Trailing, Carpet-forming
- Foliage
- Light green, Bright green, Silvery, Dissected, Patterned
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Cottage gardens, Rock gardens, Woodland beds, Containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Vine weevil, Caterpillars, Thrips
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora'?
Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' need?
Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' hardy in the UK?
Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Geranium (Cinereum Group) 'Pandora'?
Seed, Division, Cuttings.
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