Geraniums: Geranium phaeum 'Lady In Mourning'
Botanical name: Geranium phaeum 'Lady In Mourning'
Common name: dusky cranesbill
also known as (black widow, mourning widow, dusky-flowered cranesbill, dusky crane's-bill, Geranium phaeum 'Mourning Widow', Geranium 'Mourning Widow')
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| Soil: | dry, alkaline, sand |
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| Zones: | 5a thru 7b |
| Care: |
easy
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| Lifespan: |
perennial
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| Attributes: |
butterfly attracting, bee attracting, drought tolerant |
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description for "Geraniums: Geranium phaeum 'Lady In Mourning'"
'Lady in Mourning' dusky cranesbill's dark, almost black flowers grow on an upright plant. Nice for planting under trees and bushes. Vigorous root system helps it withstand periods of drought, but does best in moist conditions. Native habitat is moist, damp meadow in partial shade. -- edited by dtd pbcouchman
History:
Geranium phaeum is native to Europe.
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