Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' (Cranesbill 'Wargrave Pink') — Clump forming

Overview

Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Geranium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds, ground cover, underplanting of roses and shrubs and banks and slopes.

About

Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Geranium genus, commonly known as cranesbills. This evergreen cultivar typically grows to between 0.5 and 1 metre in height and spread, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. It thrives in a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and tolerates acid, alkaline, and neutral pH levels. Suitable for full sun or partial shade, it can be grown in both exposed and sheltered locations, making it a versatile choice for gardens throughout the temperate regions.

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: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing, North-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: 0.5-1 metres
Time to full height: 2-5 years
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Ground cover, Underplanting of roses and shrubs, Banks and slopes

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink'

Propagation: Division, Basal cuttings, Seed
Pest resistance: Vine weevil, Sawflies, Slugs, Snails, Capsid bug, Geranium sawfly, Glasshouse leafhopper, Root mealybugs, Aphids, Caterpillars, Thrips, Fungus gnats, Glasshouse whitefly
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews, Downy mildews, Virus diseases, Pelargonium rust, Grey moulds, Black leg

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink'?

Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' need?

Geranium x oxonianum 'Wargrave Pink' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.