Perennial

Geranium himalayense ‘Gravetye’

Himalayan Cranesbill 'Gravetye'
Loved by Pollinators Hardiness H7

Large violet-blue flowers with reddish-purple veins rise above deeply divided foliage on Geranium himalayense ‘Gravetye’. This hardy spreading perennial reaches around 30 to 45cm and provides generous early-summer colour through cottage borders, banks and informal ground-cover planting.

SKU: GERA-119-Y

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Flowering Months
Jan J
Feb F
Mar M
Apr A
May M
Jun J
Jul J
Aug A
Sep S
Oct O
Nov N
Dec D
Size
Max Height
0.1 m — 0.5 m
Max Spread
0.1 m — 0.5 m
Growth Habit
Spreads horizontally along ground, forming dense flat ground cover.
Planting Position
Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North West South East
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(< −20 °C) Extremely hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Groundcover
  • Flower Borders
  • Underplanting
Merits
  • Loved By Pollinators

Geranium himalayense ‘Gravetye’ Description

Geranium himalayense ‘Gravetye’ is a vigorous clump-forming hardy geranium with deeply cut green leaves and broad saucer-shaped flowers. The blooms are rich violet-blue with a pale centre and prominent reddish-purple veins, appearing mainly from late spring into midsummer. Plants generally reach 30 to 45cm high and spread through short underground stems to form useful ground cover. Grow in full sun or partial shade in fertile soil that remains moist but drains freely. It is fully hardy and dependable in Ireland, fitting naturally into cottage borders, beneath roses and along informal banks. Cut the foliage and flower stems back after the main display if they become untidy. Fresh leaves often follow, sometimes accompanied by a smaller second flush of flowers.

Planting Guide for Geranium himalayense ‘Gravetye’

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Care guide for Geranium himalayense ‘Gravetye’

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Uses for Geranium himalayense ‘Gravetye’ & Garden Styles it suits

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