Geranium sanguineum var. striatum is a captivating perennial that brings delicate beauty to any landscape design. This striped bloody cranesbill features charming light pink flowers adorned with distinctive crimson veins that create visual interest throughout its exceptionally long blooming season. With its compact, mat-forming habit and finely dissected foliage, this versatile perennial offers both elegant flowers and attractive groundcover qualities for your clients' garden projects.
A Landscape Designer's Dream Plant
The striped bloody cranesbill delivers outstanding performance and aesthetic appeal for professional landscaping applications:
- Forms a neat, low-growing mat of finely cut green foliage reaching just 6-9 inches tall while spreading 12-18 inches wide
- Produces an abundance of delicate pink blooms with striking crimson veining from early summer through fall
- Thrives in both full sun and partial shade locations, offering versatility for various landscape settings
- Demonstrates excellent drought tolerance once established, reducing maintenance and water requirements
- Naturally deer and rabbit resistant, making it ideal for problem areas where wildlife pressure is high
- Attracts beneficial pollinators including bees and butterflies, supporting local ecosystem health
This hardy perennial maintains its attractive appearance throughout the growing season, providing reliable performance for your commercial and residential landscape projects.
Planting and Growing Information
Plant Geranium sanguineum var. striatum in well-drained soil in spring for best establishment. This adaptable perennial thrives in various soil types including loam, chalk, and sandy compositions. Space plants 12-15 inches apart to allow for proper spread. After the initial flowering flush, cut back foliage by one-third to encourage fresh growth and potential reblooming. Hardy in USDA zones 4-8, this geranium handles diverse climate conditions including hot, humid summers with remarkable resilience.
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EAN code49030101
- CatalogWholesale Growers
- Singular UnitBare Root
- Bloom Height8" / 20 cm
- Light RequirementsPartial Shade, Sun
- Bloom TimeEarly Summer - Fall
- SizeI
- Packaged in250
- Zone4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- UsesDeer Resistant
- Shipping Time FrameSpring