Overview
Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele' is a clump forming, bushy, spreading branched perennial in the genus Geranium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders and groundcover.
About
Geranium × oxonianum, the Oxford geranium, is a hybrid variety of flowering plant in the family Geraniaceae, which is a 1932 cross of garden origin between Geranium endressii and Geranium versicolor. Growing to 0.5 m (1.6 ft) tall by 1 m (3.3 ft), it is a highly variable plant with round palmate leaves and often veined flowers in various shades of pink.
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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
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- borders, groundcover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and a sheltered position. Tolerates some shade. Deadhead to prolong flowering.
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
- Propagation
- Division in spring or autumn; from seed
- Pest resistance
- Vine weevil, Capsid bug, Geranium sawfly, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Downy mildews, Powdery mildews, Virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele'?
Prefers well-drained soil and a sheltered position. Tolerates some shade. Deadhead to prolong flowering.
Where is the best place to plant Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele'?
Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele' need?
Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele' grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele'?
Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
Is Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele' hardy in the UK?
Geranium oxonianum 'Katherine Adele' 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 oxonianum 'Katherine Adele'?
Division in spring or autumn; from seed.
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