Geranium psilostemon (Cranesbill)

Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Geranium psilostemon jer-AY-nee-um sil-oh-STEM-on Common Name: Cranesbill Synonyms: G. armenum (Armenian cranesbill) Genus: Geranium
Upright, magenta flowers form shallow cups with jet-black centers and veins bloom in summer. The leaves have deep-pink tints and color nicely in the fall.
Noteworthy characteristics: Blossoms of striking color.
Care: Provide full sun and moist but well-drained soil.
Propagation: Divide in spring. Sow seed in a cold frame when fresh.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Showy Flowers
Bloom Time Summer
Flower Color Pink Flower; Red Flower
Uses Beds and Borders
Style Cottage Garden
Seasonal Interest Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Perennials

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