Geranium palustre aka Geranium Palustre
Taxonomy ID: 16610
Geranium palustre is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial herb with fresh green, deeply divided leaves. Native to Europe, Southwestern Siberia, and Caucasus, this plant has a long flowering season and retains a fresh appearance. It features bright magenta flowers with a white center and five veined petals, which start as trumpet-shaped and then become separated and almost starry. The plant's stem is recumbent or ascending, hairy, and thickened at the nodes, reaching a height of 30-70 cm. The basal leaves are hairy on both surfaces and divided into 5-7 lobes, while the stem leaves are three-five-parted, finger-shaped, and sometimes seven-parted. The stipules are ovate-lanceolate and dark red-brown. The flowers are large, measuring up to 3 cm in diameter, with a bristly calyx that is 5-7-parted, and sepals that are twice smaller than the petals.
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How difficult is it to take care of Geranium Palustre
With its straightforward care requirements, Geranium Palustre is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.
What are the water needs for Geranium Palustre
Geranium Palustre should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
What is the right soil for Geranium Palustre
If you're planting Geranium Palustre, you need to make sure you use a potting soil that can retain moisture. While the soil should still be able to drain well, it should contain plenty of organic matter like coco coir or sphagnum moss to help it stay moist and nourish the roots of your plants. This is especially important since Geranium Palustre is especially sensitive to dry soil. You can also add other amendments, such as compost, to help retain moisture and provide extra nutrients to your plants. Be sure to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy, throughout the growing season. With the right soil and proper care, your Geranium Palustre will thrive!
What is the sunlight requirement for Geranium Palustre
To ensure optimal growth, the Geranium Palustre prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
How to fertilize Geranium Palustre
Once the Geranium Palustre has doubled in size or after a year has passed, it should be moved to a new pot. By replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the vital nutrients, your plant will receive all the sustenance it needs, negating the requirement for fertilizer. It's important to remember that plants get their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.
Is Geranium Palustre toxic to humans/pets?
No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.
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