Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly in winter when the plant's growth slows down to prevent root rot.
Also known as Broad-Petal Geranium · Broad-Petaled Geranium · Crane's-Bill
Geranium platypetalum is a striking perennial herb native to the Caucasus region, featuring broad, deeply lobed leaves and vibrant purple flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, but can tolerate some afternoon shade in hot climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allowing top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C. Protect from frost and extreme heat.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly in winter when the plant's growth slows down to prevent root rot.
Prune after flowering to maintain a tidy shape and encourage a second flush of blooms. Remove dead or faded flowers and trim back leggy stems. Harder pruning can be done in early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Select healthy, non-flowering shoots, dip the cut end in rooting hormone, and insert into moist potting mix. Keep in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one with good drainage. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss and perlite.
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Where Geranium Platypetalum (Geranium platypetalum) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Geraniales |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Geranium |
| Species | Geranium platypetalum |
Similar in genus Geranium
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