Overview

Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve' 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 psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and loamy soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and ground cover. It is native to Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Russian Federation.

About

Geranium psilostemon, commonly called Armenian cranesbill, is a species of hardy flowering herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Geranium, family Geraniaceae. It is native to Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and the Russian Federation.

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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, loamy
Soil pH
neutral, slightly acidic
Soil moisture
moist, well-drained
Aspect
South-facing
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness
H5

Plant details

Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve' 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, rock gardens, ground cover
Native to
Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russian Federation

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve'

Cultivation
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Tolerates drought once established.
Pruning
Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
Propagation
Division in spring or autumn, seed
Pest resistance
Generally pest-free
Disease resistance
Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve'?

Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Tolerates drought once established.

Where is the best place to plant Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve'?

Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve' need?

Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve' grows best in well-drained and loamy soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.

How do I prune Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve'?

Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.

Is Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve' hardy in the UK?

Geranium psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve' 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 psilostemon 'Catherine Deneuve'?

Division in spring or autumn, seed.

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