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Geranium pratense 'Midnight Reiter' (Meadow cranesbill)

Geranium pratense 'Midnight Reiter' Photo/Illustration: Marietta O'Byrne


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Geranium pratense 'Midnight Reiter' jer-AY-nee-um prah-TEN-see Common Name: Meadow cranesbill Genus: Geranium
Deeply cut plum-purple leaves emerge in spring and stay true to color throughout the season. Lavender-blue flowers bloom beginning in late spring. 'Midnight Reiter' grows to only about 6 or 8 inches tall and twice as wide. More shade causes the foliage to be greener.
 Care: Provide full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Cutting back the foliage after flowering will produce fresh leaves and a second flush of blossoms. Does not overwinter well in moist soils.
 Propagation: Divide in spring.
Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Slow Grower
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Spring; Summer
Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage
Flower Color Blue Flower; Purple/ Lavender Flower
Uses , Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers, Suitable as Annual
Style , Cottage Garden, Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest , Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type ,Perennials

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