Dappled shade, full shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
Position in border:
Front, middle
Soil
Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Geranium 'Elke' is an extremely pretty, low-growing cranesbill, forming masses of small, dark pink flowers in contrast with deeply divided foliage. It's perfect for growing at the front of borders or next to garden paths, where it will quickly form a dense carpet, from which its flowers spill out.
In autumn the green foliage turns red before falling. For best results grow Geranium 'Elke' in well-drained but moist soil in partial shade. It becomes drought tolerant with age.
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Geranium ‘Elke’ and wildlife
Geranium ‘Elke’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
