Wild Geranium

Names

Common Names
Wood geranium, Wild geranium, Cranesbill

Growth

Height
6–24 inches
Spread
9 to 12 inches
Growth Rate
Fast

Appearance

Bloom Color
Pink to purple
Foliage Color
Dark green
Fall Foliage Color
Red to deep burgundy

Environment

Hardiness Zones
Zones 3-8
Sunlight Requirements
Ideal sunlight: partial shade, with morning sun and afternoon shade; tolerates full sun only with caution in hot climates.
Soil Type
Moist, loamy, humus-rich soil
Soil Drainage
Moist, well-drained soil with rich loamy texture and abundant organic matter
Soil pH
Acidic to neutral

Lifecycle

Lifecycle
Perennial
Leaf Lifecycle
Deciduous
Seasons of Interest
Spring and Fall
Bloom Time
Spring to Summer

Reproduction

Propagation Methods
Seeds and cuttings

Wildlife

Attracts Wildlife
Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators; supports songbirds.

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