Geranium cantabrigiense 'Karmina'
Cranesbill
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
This Geranium is a close relative to 'Biokovo', with richer lavender-pink colored flowers. It has all the same attributes, with fragrant foliage that exhibits wonderful fall color and is evergreen.
Height
6-8 Inches
Spread
8-12 Inches
Color
Pink/Red
Interesting Notes
Called 'Cranesbill' because the seed capsule resembles a crane's long bill.
Bloom Time
May-June
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
A great groundcover when planted in masses.
When to Divide
early spring or fall, divide every 3 years to retain vigor
Good Companions
Coneflower (Echinacea Big Sky), Blue Fescue (Festuca glauca), Queen of the Prairie (Filipendula rubra), Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia), Hosta (Hosta )Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Containers |
| • | Fragrant |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Partial Shade |
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Spring |
| • | Fall |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
