Overview
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' 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 macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds and containers.
About
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Geranium genus, known for its clump-forming, mat-forming, trailing, and carpet-forming habit. It features light to bright green foliage that may be silvery, dissected, or patterned, typical of the rounded, palmately lobed leaves found in geraniums. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-, west-, or east-facing, sheltered aspects, preferring moist but well-drained, neutral soil types such as sandy, loamy, or clay. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds, and containers, with interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Geranium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' 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 macrorrhizum 'Ridskio'
- 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 macrorrhizum 'Ridskio'?
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' need?
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' hardy in the UK?
Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Geranium macrorrhizum 'Ridskio'?
Seed, Division, Cuttings.
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