Geranium himalayense (Lilac Cranesbill)
Lilac Cranesbill, Himalayan Crane's Bill, Geranium himalayense Alpinum , Geranium Grandiflorum, Himalayan Cranesbill, Geranium Meeboldii, Geranium himalayense var. Meeboldii
Forming dense, spreading mounds of neatly cut leaves, Geranium himalayense, commonly known as Lilac Cranesbill, produces dainty, yet very large, cup-shaped flowers, elegantly borne on long stems, in shades of violet, indigo, and blue from early to mid-summer. Compact, its foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season and makes it useful as a low ground cover. Turning showy reddish-orange in fall, it creates a pretty contrast.
- Clump-forming and vigorous, this deciduous perennial reaches 9-18 in. in height (22-45 cm) and spreads 12-24 in. wide (30-60 cm). This sturdy performer is not only easy to grow, but it also requires very little maintenance!
- Performs best in full sun or part shade, in average, moist, well-drained soils. Tolerates full shade. Don't let the soil dry out! Native to the Himalayas, this Geranium likes cool locations.
- A perfect border plant, it is a spectacular addition to beds, borders, cottage gardens, or underplanting roses and shrubs.
- Main cultivars are:
Geranium 'Birch Double' or 'Plenum': 16 in. tall plants (40 cm) with double, blue-tinted violet blooms with attractive dark veining.
Geranium 'Gravetye': 20 in. tall plants (50 cm) with large violet-blue blooms with red-ringed white centers. AGM award of RHS
Geranium 'Irish Blue': 18 in. tall plants (45 cm) with pale blue blooms with violet central markings.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 7 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Geranium - Cranesbills |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid) |
Height | 9" – 2' (22cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" – 24" (45cm – 60cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Botanik Foto
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 7 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Geranium - Cranesbills |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid) |
Height | 9" – 2' (22cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" – 24" (45cm – 60cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |