Geranium pratense Meadow crane's bill (Geraniaceae)

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Geranium pratense
Meadow crane's bill
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The Geranium pratense plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Geraniaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Meadow crane's bill.

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Latin Name:  Geranium pratense
Common Name:  Meadow crane's bill
Family:  Geraniaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Meadows and roadsides[17].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position[200]. Tolerates a wide range of soil types[200]. There are many named varieties, selected for their ornamental value[200]. Plants can be naturalized in meadows[200]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits[233].

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