Geranium wilhelm langguth |
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Description
Pelargonium 'Ann Folkard' is a shrubby perennial. It enjoys full sun, but needs light shade in hot climates. Plant in any good, fast draining soil. It does well in pots. Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage growth. The flowers have a velvety look. Petals are purple but centers and veins are black. It grows to about 20" high and 30" wide. It can be used as a ground cover or for borders along paths.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Purple
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Raised Planter, Walkways
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.