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Common
name: "Bloody Cranesbill"
Latin name: Geranium sanguineum 'Max Frei'
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Zone: 3
- 9
Elevation to:
Growth habit: Mound forming
Max height: 4" - 6"
Spread: 8" - 12"
Flowers: Yes, June - Sept
Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 12+
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Pictured: Bloody
Cranesbill
Geranium
'Max Frei' |
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Perennial
Cultivation:
Plant Bloody Cranesbill in full sun to partial shade in fertile well drained soil.
'Max Frel' is tolerant of most soil types except for those that
are constantly wet. Space new container grown plants 10" -
14" apart depending on how quickly you wish the area to fill
in. Avoid planting in areas that are wet while the plant is
dormant. "Bloody Cranesbill" is fairly drought tolerant
and grows well in containers.
Propagation:
Bloody Cranesbill seed can be sown directly in the ground once the soil has warmed.
For the quickest showing purchase pre-started plants at your
local Garden Center or greenhouse. Established plants can be divided in early
spring.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Mildews or slugs. |
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