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Geranium sanguineum 'New Hampshire'

New Hampshire Magenta Cranesbill

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: JJ Neilson Arboretum

 

Description

This creeping perennial grows to a height of 12", spreading slowly by underground runners. Its small leaves a re lobed and havea dark green color. Dark ,rosy violet flowers appear mainly in summer. The plant should receive sun with average to little summer watering. This variety requires good drainage. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Flower Color

Purple, Red, Violet

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Foundation, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.