Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum)
[jer-AY-nee-um san-GWIN-ee-um]
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Deciduous Perennial in the Geraniaceae Family
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Geranium sanguineum, commonly known as bloody cranesbill, is a hardy perennial that thrives in various garden settings. This plant features striking, deep pink to magenta flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer, adding vibrant color to borders and rock gardens. Its attractive, deeply lobed foliage turns a rich red in the fall, providing seasonal interest. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, Geranium sanguineum is an excellent choice for attracting pollinators, making it a favorite among gardeners looking to enhance biodiversity in their landscapes.
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Pros
Geraniums are known to repel earworms, cabbageworms, and Japanese beetles. Because of this, the best companion plants for geraniums are those that are prone to suffering from them, like corn, roses, grapes, and cabbage.
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Plant Data |
| Mature Size |
6 - 12 inches
tall. 18 - 24 inches
wide.
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| Sun Exposure |
Partial Shade - Full Sun |
| Moisture Tolerance |
Medium : The plant prefers evenly moist soil, and you should be sure to keep it watered during unseasonably dry weather.
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| Zones |
4a - 8b
(Usually hardy to -30° F)
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Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Wildlife, Container, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Filler, Formal Garden, Full Sun, Good for Cottage Garden, Good for Cut Flowers, Good for Rain Garden, Low Maintenance, Medium, Medium, Most Popular, Non-Allergenic, Normal Soil, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial, Prairie Garden, Rabbit Resistant, Repels Unwanted Insects, Showy Flowers, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Tolerant of Poor Soil, Well-Drained Soil
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| Bloom Period |
May to August
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| Flower Color |
Pink-Reddish Purple
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