Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' — Clump-forming, Mat-forming, Trailing, Carpet-forming

Overview

Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' 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 (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds and containers.

About

Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' is a clump-forming, mat-forming cultivar within the diverse Geranium genus, known for its herbaceous or evergreen growth and rounded, often palmately lobed leaves. This cultivar features silvery, dissected foliage that adds a distinctive pattern to its trailing, carpet-forming habit. Suited to full sun and sheltered positions with well-drained, neutral loam soil, it thrives best in south-, west-, or east-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H5, 'Silver Shadow' is ideal for borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, woodland beds, and containers, offering summer interest with its adaptable and undemanding nature.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Geranium

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' 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 (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow'

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 (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow'?

Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' need?

Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' hardy in the UK?

Geranium (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow' 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 (Rambling Robin Group) 'Silver Shadow'?

Seed, Division, Cuttings.

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