Seeds per Pack (approx.): 18 From Armenia comes this spectacular plant for the border, where in full sun it will form large clumps, with heart-shaped, five-lobed leaves, and bearing in summer gorgeous, vivid magenta flowers, each 1½ins across, with a contrasting black central spot. Hardy throughout the British Isles. 3ft (90cm) Genus: Geranium Species: psilostemon Family Name: Geraniaceae English Name(s): Armenian Cranesbill, Cranesbill Hardiness: Hardy Lifecycle: Perennial Type: Creeping/ Matt Forming Colour: Purple/Lavender Lighting Conditions: Full Sun, Partial Sun, Full Shade Soil Type: Clay, Chalk, Sand, Loam Soil Acidity: Alkaline, Neutral, Acid Moisture: Well-drained Germination Instructions Sow indoors. Surface sow 2cm apart onto moist well-drained seed compost. Just cover with a fine layer of soil mixed with coarse grit. Keep the soil moist not wet. Ideal temp. 5-10°C. Germination takes 30-90 days. Prick out seedlings carefully as soon as they has 2 true leaves and move to 8cm pots and grow on. Acclimatise and plant out after danger of frost has passed. If you have seeds which have not emerged by autumn leave the seed tray outside where winter cold should offer the natural conditions required for germination the following spring. Growing Instructions Prefers any moderately fertile soil which is moist but well-drained. It will not tolerate a waterlogged soil. Full or part sun preferred but shade will be tolerated. Quite a tall variety so may need staking. Cultivation Instructions Remove faded flower stems and old leaves to extend the flowering window and to encourage new leaf growth. Propagate by division in spring. When to Sow (indoors): February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November Suitable for the Garden, vegetable garden, allotments, borders and containers. Be prepared to water well and supplement feed with high-potash feed during season. Regular feeding is recommended.
