Wood Cranesbill, Bassinet, King's Hood, Wood Geranium, Hardy Geraniums
Native of woodland and meadows, Geranium sylvaticum (Wood Cranesbill) is a medium-sized, deciduous perennial which forms a bushy mound of deeply divided, 7-9 lobed, toothed leaves. In late spring and early summer, bright violet-blue, cup-shaped flowers, adorned with a white center are on display. A classic selection for shade gardens and shrub borders, under fruit and nut trees.
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Geranium |
| Common names | Cranesbill |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
| Height | 2' (60cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 30" (80cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| 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, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Geranium |
| Common names | Cranesbill |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
| Height | 2' (60cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 30" (80cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| 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, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage |
How many Geranium sylvaticum (Wood Cranesbill) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Geranium sylvaticum (Wood Cranesbill) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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