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Geranium phaeum, various
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| Although a British native, Geranium phaeum is perhaps more commonly seen as a cultivated garden plant, particularly in colours singled out as particularly attractive. These appear in Spring and range from deepest-purple to near-white. The lobed or divided foliage varies in colour too, from mid to dark green, often with dark blotches. It is a very useful plant for shady areas. Please note that although seeds from differently coloured plants are collected and stored separately, there may have been some cross-pollination. | ||||||||||||
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| Sow in Spring in a cold frame, on the surface of good quality, moist compost, barely covering with a little more compost or fine vermiculite. Too much heat can inhibit germination - aim for 5-10C/40-50F. Germination can be erratic, taking 30-90 days. Alternatively, Autumn sowings provide a cold period which may aid germination the following Spring. |
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| Eriolarynx australis Syn. Iochroma australe | Lobelia erinus | Pilosella Syn. Hieracium aurantiaca | Callistephus chinensis, Ex. single white | Dahlia 'Wine Eyed Jill' |
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