{"product_id":"geranium-cantabrigense-intense-british-grown-hardy-geranium","title":"Geranium cantabrigense 'Intense' - British Grown Hardy Geranium","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis low growing hardy geranium forms a dense carpet of fragrant green foliage topped with masses of vibrant magenta-pink flowers throughout summer. Compact, resilient, and easy to grow, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGeranium × cantabrigiense\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ‘Intense’ is an excellent choice for the front of borders, underplanting shrubs, edging pathways, and providing long lasting colour in wildlife-friendly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeranium × cantabrigiense ‘Intense’\u003c\/b\u003e, commonly known as Hardy Geranium or Cranesbill, is a particularly floriferous variety prized for its rich flower colour and vigorous yet tidy growth habit. Its aromatic foliage helps provide interest even when not in flower, often taking on attractive reddish tints in autumn. Fully hardy and low maintenance, it is ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHerbaceous, Ground Cover, Long Flowering, Wildlife Friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e June to September\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e March to November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGeranium × cantabrigiense\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e ‘Intense’ (Cambridge cranesbill)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardy Geranium\u003cbr\u003eCranesbill\u003cbr\u003eCambridge Cranesbill\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGeranium × cantabrigiense\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a naturally occurring hybrid between \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGeranium dalmaticum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGeranium macrorrhizum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, both native to parts of southern Europe. ‘Intense’ is a cultivated selection bred for its vivid flower colour and strong garden performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the main flowering period, shear back faded flowers and tired foliage to encourage fresh growth and the possibility of a second flush of blooms. Remove old foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe open flowers attract bees, hoverflies, and other pollinating insects throughout the summer months. The dense foliage also provides useful ground cover and shelter for beneficial garden creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives in full sun or partial shade. Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, gravel gardens, underplanting shrubs, edging paths, and softening the edges of planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly during establishment. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and generally only requires additional watering during prolonged dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers fertile, well-drained soil but adapts readily to clay, chalk, loam, and sandy soils. Avoid areas that remain consistently waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA spring mulch of garden compost or a light application of balanced fertiliser is usually all that is required to maintain healthy growth and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally regarded as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse as a living mulch beneath roses or shrubs. Its dense foliage helps suppress weeds while providing a colourful display of flowers throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe common name “Cranesbill” comes from the shape of the seed pods, which resemble the long beak of a crane. The hybrid name \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ecantabrigiense\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e refers to Cambridge, where the original hybrid was first recorded growing naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"17cm","offer_id":58278419825021,"sku":"8492343621871","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/geranium-cantabrigense-intense-british-grown-hardy-geranium-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-5071936.jpg?v=1781743899","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/de\/products\/geranium-cantabrigense-intense-british-grown-hardy-geranium","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}