Share cranesbill - that's how it works
For perennial shrubs - which also includes the cranesbills - the reproduction by division is an uncomplicated as well as a tried and tested method also has the advantage of rejuvenating older plants and thus extending their lifespan and their ability to grow and bloom to crank. And this is how a cranesbill can be divided:
- Depending on the species, the optimal time is in spring or summer.
- Dig with the help of a Digging fork the entire plant out.
- Be careful not to unnecessarily squeeze or otherwise damage the roots.
- Thoroughly shake the soil off the rhizome.
- Now divide it into at least two (but also more) individual pieces.
- You can do this with sharp scissors, a knife or even one spade to use.
- Make sure that each section has at least one shoot with strong roots on it.
also read
- How to multiply the different cranesbill species
- Cranesbill "Rozanne" can only be reproduced by dividing
- Cut back the cranesbill after flowering
You can then plant the freshly split cranesbills in the previously determined location or in a planter. Water the plants thoroughly until they are rooted and successfully grown.
Geranium species suitable for propagation by division
The following Cranesbill species are suitable for vegetative propagation by division:
- Cambridge-Cranesbill (Geranium cantabrigiense), division in spring
- Gray cranesbill (Geranium cinereum), dividing in spring
- Clarke's cranesbill (Geranium clarkei), dividing rhizomes in summer
- Hybrid "Rozanne", division in spring
- Himalayan cranesbill (Geranium himalayense), dividing in spring
- Heart-leaved cranesbill (Geranium ibericum), division in spring
- Rock cranesbill (Geranium macrorrhizum), dividing in spring
- Magnificent cranesbill (Geranium magnificum), multiplies exclusively by dividing in spring
- Oxford cranesbill (Geranium oxonianum), multiplication by division in spring
- Brown cranesbill (Geranium phaeum), dividing in spring
- Caucasian cranesbill (Geranium renardii), dividing in spring
- Blood-red cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum), dividing in spring
- Siberian cranesbill (Geranium wlassovianum), division in spring
Tips
Moisture is a critical factor in both root formation and growth. Therefore, the freshly divided plants must to be poured regularly. However, it is better to use a protective cover made of plastic (e.g. B. a cut plastic bottle) or a bell jar to generate stretched air and thus a high level of humidity. In any case, however, you need to avoid excessive moisture so that rot does not develop.
