Description
Spotted Cranesbill, also known as Wild Cranesbill, is a versatile perennial perfect for Massachusetts gardens. This compact, mounded plant reaches up to 24 inches in height with a spread of 20 inches. It produces pale pink flowers that bloom from late spring to mid-summer, adding vibrant color to borders, beds, and cottage gardens. The glossy green foliage is complemented by striking red hues in the fall, creating a lovely seasonal transformation. Once established, Spotted Cranesbill is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it a reliable choice for garden enthusiasts.
Ideal for mass plantings or naturalized gardens, Spotted Cranesbill thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. This perennial grows best in average conditions and is tolerant of urban pollution. It is also deer-resistant, ensuring it remains untouched by wildlife in your garden. Although it self-seeds, Spotted Cranesbill can be easily controlled by pruning after flowering. Perfect for container plantings, this hardy perennial offers beauty and resilience, adding texture and color to any outdoor space throughout the seasons.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Geranium maculatum
Color: pink – red
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: drought tolerant once established, occasional watering
Soil: moist, well draining
Zone: 4 – 7
Plant Shape: mounded
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (24″), width (24″)
Blooming Season: late spring – mid summer
Growth Rate: medium
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