Geranium sanguineum 'Elke'

Cranesbill

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Large, 2" cup-shaped blooms of neon pink with a white edge will appear for weeks in the summer, foliage turns red in fall, an unfussy variety that is easy to grow and drought tolerant.


  •  · Great for low growing ground cover
  •  · Unusual bicolored flowers
  •  · Deer resistant
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Geranium sanguineum Max Frei

Geranium sanguineum 'Max Frei'

Cranesbill

More compact and floriferous than other varieties in this species. Plants are fast growing and maintain attractive foliage throughout summer; deep magenta flowers bloom all summer.

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Height:

8-10 in

Spread:

8-10 ft

Zone:

3-8

Geranium sanguineum 'Elke'
Geranium sanguineum 'Elke'

Exposure

Sun Tolerant
Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

Soil Moisture Needs

Average Soil

Nature Attraction

Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Attributes

Mass Plant
Good Container Plant
Long Blooming
Drought Tolerant

Growth Rate in the Garden

Medium

Season of Interest (Flowering)

Late Spring / Early Summer
Summer
Late Summer / Early Fall

Geranium

Common Name: Cranesbill

Hardy geraniums are long blooming and adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions. Some have ornamental foliage for additional appeal. Most bloom heavily in late spring to early summer and then periodically throughout the summer. They are easy to grow and maintenance free. Plant in well-drained soil.