Geranium sanguineum var. striatum
Bloody Cranesbill |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.230.250
The shorter selections of Cranesbill Geranium are valuable edging or rock garden plants. This variety forms a bushy mound of fine-textured green foliage, bearing a bright display of soft-pink flowers, veined with deep pink, 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.
Further details for
Geranium sanguineum var. striatum
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 Light Pink
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Late Spring
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Alpine & Rock Border Containers 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
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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