Geranium Sanguineum

Description

Geranium Sanguineum, also known as Bloody Cranesbill, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Geraniaceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa and can grow up to 60 cm in height. The plant produces showy, pink or magenta flowers that bloom from May to July. Geranium Sanguineum is a popular garden plant due to its attractive foliage, long bloom time, and low maintenance requirements.

Taxonomic Information

Appearance

Geranium Sanguineum has lobed, green leaves that turn red in the fall. The leaves can grow up to 10 cm in diameter and are arranged in a basal rosette. The plant produces five-petaled, cup-shaped flowers that are 2-3 cm in diameter. The flowers have a prominent, central column and are held above the foliage on slender stems. Geranium Sanguineum is a clump-forming plant that spreads slowly by rhizomes.

Care Guide

Geranium Sanguineum is a low maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:

Water: Water regularly, but do not overwater. Geranium Sanguineum prefers moist, well-draining soil.

Fertilization: Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Soil: Geranium Sanguineum prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.

Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.

Hardiness Zones: Geranium Sanguineum is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.

Common Pests & Diseases

Geranium Sanguineum is relatively pest and disease-free. However, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew, rust, and crown rot. To prevent these diseases, avoid overwatering and provide good air circulation around the plant. Aphids and slugs may also be occasional problems.

Habitat

Geranium Sanguineum is native to grassy fields, woodlands, and rocky areas in Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate a wide range of conditions, including drought and partial shade.

Question and Answer

Q: Can Geranium Sanguineum tolerate drought?
A: Yes, Geranium Sanguineum is drought tolerant.Q: What is the best time to plant Geranium Sanguineum?
A: The best time to plant Geranium Sanguineum is in the spring or fall.Q: How often should I fertilize Geranium Sanguineum?
A: Fertilize Geranium Sanguineum once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.Q: Can Geranium Sanguineum grow in partial shade?
A: Yes, Geranium Sanguineum can grow in partial shade.

Related Plants

Here are some related plants to Geranium Sanguineum:

• Geranium macrorrhizum
• Geranium pratense
• Geranium x cantabrigiense
• Geranium cinereum

References

• “Geranium Sanguineum.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed August 19, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=279134&isprofile=0&basic=geranium%20sanguineum.
• “Geranium Sanguineum.” Royal Horticultural Society. Accessed August 19, 2021. https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/16337/geranium-sanguineum/details.
• “Geranium Sanguineum.” NC State Extension. Accessed August 19, 2021. https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/geranium-sanguineum/.