he shorter selections of Cranesbill Geranium are valuable edging or rock garden plants. This compact variety forms a low mound of fine-textured green foliage, bearing a nice display of bright magenta-pink flowers in late spring and well into the summer. Plants stand up well to a wide range of soil and climate conditions, including hot, humid weather. Easily divided in spring or fall. One of the best choices for massed plantings, filling in quickly to create a bushy groundcover. Often shows good bronzy-red fall colour.
USDA Zones: 3 - 9
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or
Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture Average or
Dry or
Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Deep Pink
Blooming Time Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Alpine & Rock
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Ground Cover
Massed
Woodland
Flower Head Size Small
Height 15-20 cm
6-8 inches
Spread 45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Foot Traffic Light
Growth Rate Medium
