Geranium sanguineum 'Elke'

Cranesbill

Large, 2" cup-shaped blooms of neon pink with a white edge will appear for weeks in the summer, foliage turns red in fall, an unfussy variety that is easy to grow and drought tolerant.

· Great for low growing ground cover
· Unusual bicolored flowers
· Deer resistant

Recommended Substitution

Geranium sanguineum 'Max Frei'

Cranesbill

More compact and floriferous than other varieties in this species. Plants are fast growing and maintain attractive foliage throughout summer; deep magenta flowers bloom all summer.

More Info

Height:

8-10 in

Spread:

8-10 in

Zone:

3-8

Geranium sanguineum 'Elke'

Exposure

•	Sun Tolerant
•	Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

Soil Moisture Needs

•	Average Soil

Nature Attraction

•	Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistance

•	Deer Resistant
•	Rabbit Resistant

Attributes

•	Mass Plant
•	Good Container Plant
•	Long Blooming
•	Drought Tolerant

Growth Rate in the Garden

•

Medium

Season of Interest (Flowering)

•	Late Spring / Early Summer
•	Summer
•	Late Summer / Early Fall

Geranium

Common Name: Cranesbill

Hardy geraniums are long blooming and adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions. Some have ornamental foliage for additional appeal. Most bloom heavily in late spring to early summer and then periodically throughout the summer. They are easy to grow and maintenance free. Plant in well-drained soil.