Botanical Name: Geranium pratense
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Common Name: Meadow Cranesbill  
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Blue, Lavender, Violet

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: Stephanie Duer
Photographer: Linda Engstrom
  • Description

  • Notes

This species of perennial geranium is taller than the typical cranesbill, growing 24 to 30 inches in height, with an equal spread. It has a floppy habit, and so staking may be required if a more upright appearance is desired (or plant it next to taller, stiffer perennials like dwarf fescue or tall sedum). Leaves are green, large, and palmately lobed, with a lovely fall color. flowers occur late spring to early summer, and color depends on the cultivar.