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Trailing Geranium

Posted by didigirl New York Metro (My Page) on
Fri, Apr 29, 05 at 23:50

Every summer I look for the red geraniums that I saw in Switzerland in practically every windowbox when we visited 5 years ago. I have a difficult time finding them here and most people think that I am referring to the standard ivy geranium that is sold everywhere. Does anyone know where I can find what i am referring to? It is red and has more of a lacy look to it. I read in another forum here that someone purchased one and it was labeled as "Austrian Trailing Geranium" . The only reference to purchasing was at Ricter's and there were a number of posts saying "Buyer beware!" PLUS it would be from seed. If I could find the correct name and where on Long Island I could purchase them I would be thrilled!

Thanks in advance,
Didi


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RE: Trailing Geranium

I can't say I've seen what you're looking for, but there is another beautiful hardy geranium 'Ann Folkard' that is a deep purply-pink that isn't too hard to find. good luck


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RE: Trailing Geranium

I think they're called "Balcon Geraniums" here. Thompson and Morgan sells seed, but I have not seen plants for sale.

Best,
Jen


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RE: Trailing Geranium

Wheelerfarmgardens.com has a hugh variety. I have gotten them for a few years now and they are beautiful.


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RE: Trailing Geranium

Atlantic Nursery in Freeport gets some with their regular ivy shipment. Call first to see if they have them - they get ivys in once or twice a week in season.


 
 

 

 


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