Overview
Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' is a clump-forming, mat-forming, trailing, carpet-forming perennial herbaceous in the genus Geranium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with light green, bright green, silvery, dissected, patterned foliage. Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' grows best in partial shade and shade, and tolerates well-drained and humus-rich soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include groundcover and woodland garden. It is native to Europe.
About
Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' is a perennial herbaceous cultivar of the Geranium genus, which includes 422 species commonly known as hardy geraniums or cranesbills. This cultivar thrives in sheltered, shady positions with moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil that is neutral to alkaline. It is well suited for use as groundcover in woodland gardens. Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' is hardy to UK zone H5 and benefits from the removal of dead or damaged foliage after flowering to maintain its appearance. Propagation is typically done by division in spring or autumn.
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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
- partial shade, shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, humus-rich
- Soil pH
- neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial herbaceous
- Habit
- Clump-forming, Mat-forming, Trailing, Carpet-forming
- Foliage
- Light green, Bright green, Silvery, Dissected, Patterned
- Suggested uses
- groundcover, woodland garden
- Native to
- Europe
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood'
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered, shady positions with moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
- Pruning
- Remove dead or damaged foliage after flowering to maintain appearance.
- Propagation
- Division in spring or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood'?
Prefers sheltered, shady positions with moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
Where is the best place to plant Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood'?
Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' prefers partial shade and shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' need?
Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' grows best in well-drained and humus-rich soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood'?
Remove dead or damaged foliage after flowering to maintain appearance.
Is Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' hardy in the UK?
Geranium nodosum 'Silverwood' 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 nodosum 'Silverwood'?
Division in spring or autumn.
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