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Geranium traversii var. elegans Coombland White

Geranium x traversii var. elegans Coombland White
Cranesbill, Hardy Geranium

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Really tiny young plants, 2 to 3 mm (0in), disappointed, 1 seems to be holding on but not yet growing, we'll see. The other 2 don't seem to be taking.

Marie, 28/05/2023

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A new hybrid perennial geranium, subtle and generous, that thrives in all situations. This lovely ground cover continuously produces almost-white flowers, with a deeper purple centre, delicately veined with pink, from May-June to October. They are complemented by semi-evergreen foliage that is soft to the touch, with a green-grey color, often marbled with bronze. While it is hardy, it requires a well-draining soil to pass the winter peacefully.
Flower size
2 cm
Height at maturity
25 cm
Spread at maturity
60 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -12°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

The perennial Geranium Coombland White, subtle and generous, forms a widely spread cushion that tirelessly produces a profusion of flowers from spring to the doorstep of autumn, ranging from white-pink to almost white, around a small purple centre. They bloom on slightly hairy foliage, soft to the touch, of a somewhat greyish green, often marbled with bronze, which generally persists in winter. It never becomes invasive, but elegantly covers the ground, especially at the base of old or English roses or in a trough on the terrace. Although hardy, it requires well-drained soil to pass the winter serenely.  

The recently obtained Geranium Coombland White results from cross-breeding between Geranium lambertii Swansdown and Geranium traversii var. elegans - a union that has produced other very interesting cultivars such as the perennial geranium 'Joy', for example. From its parents it has inherited a certain fragility in relation to the cold, especially soils that are heavy and humid in winter. All these plants belong to the Geraniaceae family.

'Coombland White' has a large and widely spread dome-shaped habit, reaching  25 cm (10in) in height, with a minimum spread of 50 cm (20in), sometimes much more (up to 90 cm (35in)) if conditions allow. The flowering of this geranium is infinitely delicate and remarkably long-lasting, from May-June until October if the weather remains mild. The cup-shaped flowers, with 5 petals, measure 2 to 3 cm (1in) in diameter. At first bloom they are very pale pink. Over the hours they fade almost to white, but retain some small pink-violet veins converging towards a coloured heart of purple pink or dark red. The foliage remains in winter if within its hardiness zone  (to -12°C (10.4°F) in porous soil). It is composed of generally rounded leaves, strongly cut into toothed lobes, slightly fuzzy. Their colour is a matte grey-green marbled with bronze, which perfectly highlights the small bright flowers.   

The perennial Geranium Coombland White prefers sheltered situations and well-drained soils, but it will flower as generously in full sun as in partial shade. In regions where winter is not too severe, it is a problem-free plant that accompanies many perennials or bushes in the garden. However, its roots dislike cold wet soils in winter: in this case, it should be planted in a rockery or in a raised bed enriched with gravel. It covers the ground without suffocating it, forming pretty borders and beautiful carpets at the base of roses. It can also be planted above a wall, among aubrietas, violets, or campanula plants. It also has a great effect in a trough on the terrace or balcony, over which it will gracefully cascade.

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Geranium traversii var. elegans Coombland White (Flowering) Flowering
Geranium traversii var. elegans Coombland White (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time June to September
Inflorescence Cyme
Flower size 2 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Semi-evergreen
Foliage colour green
Foliage description generally evergreen foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 25 cm
Spread at maturity 60 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Geranium

Species

x traversii var. elegans

Cultivar

Coombland White

Family

Geraniaceae

Other common names

Cranesbill, Hardy Geranium

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference853591

Planting and care

This perennial geranium enjoys the sun and partial shade, as well as moderately cold climates in winter. It can withstand short frosts of around -12°C (10.4°F) if planted in well-draining soil. Choose a location sheltered from cold, dry winds. Install it in cool, dry, light, even chalky soil that is very well-drained. It dislikes heavy, waterlogged soils in winter. Plant it in spring or autumn. Water regularly to help the plants establish. You can regularly remove faded flowers to encourage reblooming. This easy-going plant requires little maintenance. Winter protection is welcome in slightly colder regions: place e.g. a blanket of fern leaves on your geranium, without suffocating or completely covering it: its foliage needs to breathe in winter! Only water mature plants during very dry periods.

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Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Shaded rockery, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Container, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -12°C (USDA zone 8a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, ordinary but very well draining, lightweight.

Care

Pruning instructions After flowering it is wise to prune the stems and leaves close to the ground in order to prevent excessive self-seeding, and to obtain new foliage and encourage a second flowering.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time June to August
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Needs protection
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