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Hardy Geranium
Hardy Geranium are best planted as a border, in containers, or as a spreading ground cover where their deeply cut foliage and bright flowers can be admired.
Why we love it?
- Blooms in shades of blue, pink, or purple
- Spreads gently to fill garden gaps
- Tolerates sun, part shade, and light drought
- Deer- and rabbit-resistant
- A versatile option for borders and groundcover
Hardy Geraniums – The True Perennial Geraniums
Hardy Geraniums, affectionately known as “Cranesbill,” are the real deal—the true perennial geraniums with a flair for blooming and a habit of staying tidy. Their charming nickname comes from the whimsical shape of their beak-like seedpods, a delightful nod to nature’s sense of humor. These no-fuss wonders are happiest as borders, in containers, or spreading their leafy magic as groundcovers. Their finely cut foliage and joyful blooms are sure to stop garden guests in their tracks.
Why Plant Cranesbill Geraniums?
There’s a reason gardeners keep falling for Cranesbill Geraniums—they're resilient, radiant, and ready to impress. With blooms that linger from late spring well into fall, these perennial Geranium plants are a picture of garden perseverance. Their lush, deeply cut foliage forms a dense, weed-smothering carpet, while their blossoms provide a season-long burst of color. Even better? They’re blissfully rabbit- and deer-resistant perennials—offering peace of mind in gardens where hungry visitors roam.
Beyond their good looks, Cranesbill Geranium plants are delightfully low-maintenance. Once established, they’re drought-tolerant, adaptable to a wide range of soil types, and rarely bothered by pests or disease. It’s no wonder they’ve become staples in pollinator-friendly gardens, cottage borders, and any space that calls for easygoing elegance. With Cranesbill, you’re planting more than just flowers—you’re planting joy that lasts.
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Looking for a real showstopper? Rozanne Geranium delivers an encore performance from early summer to fall, with vivid violet-blue blooms that light up the landscape. Frequently praised as one of the longest-blooming Geraniums, she’s a vigorous spreader with a flair for the dramatic.
Prefer something soft and subtly scented? Biokovo Geranium enchants with pale pink blossoms and aromatic foliage—perfect for tucking along edges, into rock gardens, or under taller perennials where it plays a quiet, grounding role in the garden symphony.
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Where and How to Grow Cranesbill Geraniums
Hardy Cranesbill Geraniums are wonderfully adaptable and thrive in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Whether you're planting a cottage garden, lining borders, or softening woodland edges, these perennials are up for the task. Plant in spring or early fall, giving them space to show off their mounded, spreading habit. They shine in containers, borders, and tucked beneath taller plants. Once established, they form tidy clumps that stitch together your garden beds like a living quilt of color and texture.
Caring for Hardy Geraniums
Cranesbill Geraniums are the low-maintenance companions every garden needs—easygoing, dependable, and effortlessly charming. In their first season, regular watering helps them settle in, but once established, they’re happy with much less. A simple topdressing of compost at planting and again in spring is all they need to thrive—no fertilizer required. Deadheading isn’t necessary, but a light trim after their first flush of blooms can encourage fresh flowers and tidy up their look. Left to their own devices, they’ll gently naturalize, filling your garden with soft mounds of color and texture—beauty without the fuss.
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