Geranium sanguineum
bloody cranesbill
In May and June, this cranesbill is smothered with cheerful, cup-shaped magenta flowers with white centres and distinctive veins.
Thriving in full sun or partial shade, Geranium sanguineum forms low hummocks of deeply cut, shiny, dark green leaves, ideal for suppressing weeds at the front of the border. It occurs naturally in acid soils, but will flourish in most fertile, well drained soils - or ericaceous compost if pot-grown.
Thriving in full sun or partial shade, Geranium sanguineum forms low hummocks of deeply cut, shiny, dark green leaves, ideal for suppressing weeds at the front of the border. It occurs naturally in acid soils, but will flourish in most fertile, well drained soils - or ericaceous compost if pot-grown.
How to care for Geranium sanguineum:
This Geranium is a tough, low-maintenance perennial that thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is ideal for borders, rock gardens, and wildlife-friendly planting schemes, where its deeply lobed foliage and vibrant magenta-pink flowers create long-lasting interest.
Once established, it becomes more drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering, though occasional deep watering in dry periods can boost flowering.
Deadheading spent blooms encourages further flushes of flowers, and in midsummer, rejuvenate plants that are beginning to look jaded by removing old flowered stems and leaves.
In autumn, lightly trim back to maintain a tidy shape, but leave some foliage for winter interest and shelter for wildlife.
Once established, it becomes more drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering, though occasional deep watering in dry periods can boost flowering.
Deadheading spent blooms encourages further flushes of flowers, and in midsummer, rejuvenate plants that are beginning to look jaded by removing old flowered stems and leaves.
In autumn, lightly trim back to maintain a tidy shape, but leave some foliage for winter interest and shelter for wildlife.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.3m
Eventual spread:
0.4m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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