Overview
Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle' is a mound-forming, spreading, carpet-forming, trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Geranium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with rounded, palmately lobed, often aromatic foliage. Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and sandy or loamy soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders and ground cover. It is native to Caucasus.
About
Geranium renardii is a species of hardy flowering herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Geranium, family Geraniaceae. It is native to the Caucasus region.
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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, sandy or loamy
- Soil pH
- neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moderate
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- herbaceous perennial
- Habit
- Mound-forming, Spreading, Carpet-forming, Trailing
- Foliage
- Rounded, Palmately lobed, Often aromatic
- Suggested uses
- rock gardens, borders, ground cover
- Native to
- Caucasus
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; tolerates drought once established
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth
- Propagation
- seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle'?
Prefers well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging; tolerates drought once established.
Where is the best place to plant Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle'?
Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle' need?
Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle' grows best in well-drained and sandy or loamy soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
How do I prune Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle'?
Cut back after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
Is Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle' hardy in the UK?
Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Geranium renardii 'Phillipe Vapelle'?
Seed, division.
More in the Geranium genus
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