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Cranesbill (Geranium himalayense): Blue-Violet Flowers for Groundcover

Cranesbill (Geranium himalayense, syn. G. grandiflorum) bears rich medium blue to violet-blue flowers 1.5–2.5 inches wide in early summer, blooming sporadically through summer.

Noteworthy Features

Makes a great groundcover; can take full shade.

Culture & Propagation

Full sun to part shade, moist but well-drained soil. Sow seed in cold frame when fresh; divide in spring or fall.

Quick Reference

Height/Spread: 1–3 ft.
Growth Habit: Clumps
Growth Pace: Moderate
Light: Full sun to part shade
Moisture: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Bloom Time: Summer
Flower Colors: Blue, purple
Attributes: Showy flowers
Uses: Beds, borders, ground covers, cottage/woodland gardens

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