Geranium ‘Sanguineum’

Yes, Geranium 'Sanguineum' is a hardy herbaceous perennial cranesbill that dies back or becomes dormant in colder winters and regrows from its crown in spring.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' grows best in full sun to partial shade, with about 6 or more hours of direct sun producing the strongest flowering. In hot climates, some afternoon shade can reduce stress.

Water Geranium 'Sanguineum' moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings once the plant is established. Water more often during prolonged heat or drought, but avoid constantly wet soil.

Yes, Geranium 'Sanguineum' is generally an easy-care perennial when planted in well-drained soil with adequate light. It needs little routine maintenance after establishment.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' is commonly listed as hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 9. Local performance can vary with drainage, winter exposure, and the specific form being grown.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' prefers well-drained loamy or gritty soil and also tolerates rocky or calcareous ground. It can handle some clay if drainage is improved, but soggy soil is a poor match.

Yes, Geranium 'Sanguineum' tolerates partial shade, although it usually produces more flowers in brighter light. Avoid deep shade, which can cause weak, open growth and reduced blooming.

Established Geranium 'Sanguineum' tolerates some drought, especially in gritty or rocky soil. It still grows and flowers best with occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.

Yes, Geranium 'Sanguineum' is well suited to rock gardens because it tolerates gritty, rocky, and well-drained soil. Give it enough space for its low, spreading stems to form a mound.

Yes, the flowers of Geranium 'Sanguineum' provide nectar visited by bees and butterflies. It is useful in pollinator borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, and informal groundcover plantings.

The most common causes are insufficient light, excessive nitrogen, drought, or overly wet soil. Move or thin surrounding plants if necessary and provide bright light with consistent but well-drained moisture.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' usually needs little fertilizer and often performs well in average soil. If growth is weak, apply a light layer of compost or a modest balanced fertilizer in spring rather than a high-nitrogen product.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' has few serious problems, but leaf spots and rust can occur, particularly in crowded or persistently damp conditions. Improve air circulation, water at the soil line, and remove badly affected foliage.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' is generally considered relatively resistant to deer and rabbits. No plant is completely browse-proof, especially when wildlife pressure is high or other food is scarce.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' forms a gradually expanding clump and may self-seed in favorable conditions, but it is not normally considered highly invasive. Remove side stems, seedlings, or divisions if it begins crowding nearby plants.

Deadheading Geranium 'Sanguineum' is optional because the plant can flower without it. Removing spent flowers improves neatness, limits self-seeding, and may encourage additional blooms.

Yes, lightly shearing Geranium 'Sanguineum' after its main bloom can refresh the foliage and encourage a denser shape or some rebloom. Avoid cutting into the crown or removing healthy foliage during severe drought.

Plant Geranium 'Sanguineum' in spring after the soil can be worked or in early fall, allowing roots to establish before extreme heat or hard freezes. In mild-winter areas, fall planting is often especially effective.

Space Geranium 'Sanguineum' about 12 to 24 inches apart, depending on the mature spread of the form and how quickly you want the planting to fill. Leave extra room where air circulation is limited.

Yes, Geranium 'Sanguineum' can grow in a container that is wider than it is deep and has excellent drainage. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix and water when the upper layer begins to dry.

Transplant Geranium 'Sanguineum' during mild weather, lifting as much of the root mass as practical and replanting it at the original depth. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil lightly moist while new roots develop.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' can be propagated by division, seed, basal or stem cuttings, and suitable rhizome cuttings. Division is usually the most practical method for home gardeners who want plants matching the parent.

Divide Geranium 'Sanguineum' in spring or early fall when temperatures are moderate and the plant is not under drought stress. Division also helps rejuvenate an overcrowded clump and control its spread.

Yes, Geranium 'Sanguineum' can be grown from seed, although germination may be uneven and young plants take time to reach flowering size. Seed-grown plants may vary from named selections and should not be expected to reproduce a cultivar exactly.

Yes, Geranium 'Sanguineum' can be propagated from healthy basal or stem cuttings under suitable conditions. Keep the medium lightly moist, provide bright indirect light, and avoid excess water while roots form.

Cut back Geranium 'Sanguineum' after the foliage has naturally declined or in late winter before new growth begins. In areas with winter interest or heavy snow, leaving old stems until spring is also acceptable.

The toxicity of this exact Geranium 'Sanguineum' identity is not sufficiently verified, so do not ingest it and keep plant material away from children and pets. Do not confuse hardy Geranium species with tender Pelargonium bedding geraniums, which have separate toxicity listings.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' typically blooms from late spring into early summer, often around May and June in much of the United States. Some plants produce a lighter rebloom later in summer.

Geranium 'Sanguineum' generally produces pink, magenta, reddish-purple, or crimson flowers, often with darker veins. Exact color can vary because this is a variable species and horticultural identity.

Yes, the foliage of Geranium 'Sanguineum' can turn vivid red to burgundy after cool autumn weather or frost. Color is strongest when plants receive adequate sun and are not excessively shaded.