Cranesbill 'Biolkovo'

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Photo Credit: 
Kathy Ormiston, PADG
Botanical Name: 
Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'
Pronunciation: 
(ji-RAY-nee-uhm kan-tuh-brij-ee-EN-see)
Common Name: 
Cranesbill 'Biokovo'
Plant Type: 
Ground cover
Mature Size: 
6 - 8 in. tall and spreading
Water Requirements: 
Low: water every 3 weeks until the root ball is wet
Sun/Shade Requirements: 
Full to half sun, shade
Flower Color : 
Pale pink

This is a pretty ground ground cover for dry shady areas. The pale pink flowers have a long season and look great with anything from roses to California native shrubs to coast live oaks. We have used it as an edger.

It's easy to propagate and transplant to new areas. Just cut off a small piece, plant it directly in the soil and keep it wet until the plant roots.

Sunset recommends shearing this plant in the fall to get fresh growth in the spring. We haven't tried shearing 'Biokovo' yet in the demonstration garden, but plan to experiment with cutting this plant back.

The only drawback with the plant is if you fertilize your soil and water regularly, Geranium 'Biokovo' will become aggressive and spread quickly. Neglect it and will be a workhorse in your garden.