Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto' (Spotted cranesbill) — Trailing

Overview

Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto' is a trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Geranium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0-0.1 metre wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is low maintenance. Suggested uses include borders, cottage gardens, ground cover and rock gardens. It is native to Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec.

About

Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto' (spotted cranesbill 'Beth Chatto') is a herbaceous perennial in the Geranium genus, belonging to the Geraniaceae family. It has a trailing habit with deciduous foliage, growing to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre and a very narrow spread of up to 0.1 metre. This cultivar takes 2 to 5 years to reach full height and thrives in full sun or partial shade, suitable for all garden aspects and both exposed and sheltered locations. It prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained soils of various types and pH levels, and is low maintenance with interest in spring and winter.

About the genus

Geranium is a genus of 422 species of annual, biennial, and perennial plants that are commonly known as geraniums, hardy geraniums, or cranesbills. They are found throughout the temperate regions of the world and the mountains of the tropics, with the greatest diversity in the eastern part of the Mediterranean region.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Geranium

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: North-facing, West-facing, South-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Trailing
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: 0-0.1 metre
Time to full height: 2-5 years
Suggested uses: Borders, Cottage gardens, Ground cover, Rock gardens
Native to: Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto'

Propagation: Seed, Division, Semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance: Aphids, Slugs, Snails
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto'?

Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto' need?

Geranium maculatum 'Beth Chatto' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.