Geraniums: Geranium wallichianum 'Buxton's Variety'
Botanical name: Geranium wallichianum 'Buxton's Variety'
Common name: Wallich geranium
also known as (Cranesbill, Geranium wallichianum 'Buxton's Blue', crane's-bill)
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Soil: | damp, alkaline, clay |
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Zones: | 5a thru 8b |
Care: |
easy
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Lifespan: |
perennial
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Attributes: |
butterfly attracting, bee attracting |
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description for "Geraniums: Geranium wallichianum 'Buxton's Variety'"
'Buxton's Variety' produces large blooms of blue with white centers from June to October. Foliage is slightly mottled with white. 'Buxton's Variety' is a terrific addition to the border. Grows 10 inches high with a spread of 3 feet. Its spreading and crawling habit makes it perfect for cascading over walls or container edges. Best in full sun with well-drained soil. -- edited by dtd pbcouchman
History:
Geranium wallichianum is native to Afghanistan, India, Nepal and Pakistan. 'Buxton's Variety' was first introduced around 1920 and commemorates E. C. Buxton in whose garden the cultivar first appeared.