Meadow Cranesbill

9cm Pot, Seed Packet, Seeds (per gram), Wildflower Plugs

Geranium pratense A handsome plant with bright blue flowers over 2cm across, good bee plant. Highly recommended for herbaceous border.

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Latin Name: Geranium pratense

Common Name(s): Meadow Cranesbill

Plant Type: Perennial

Habitat: Sun, Well Drained

Colour:

Blue, Purple

Height:

30-60cm

Flowering Time:

June - September

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Description

Geranium pratense, the meadow crane’s-bill or meadow geranium. it is a herbaceous perennial with hairy stems and lax saucer-shaped blooms of pale violet. It is extremely hardy to at least -20. In full sun or partial shade.

Meadow Cranesbill (Geranium pratense) is a charming flowering plant celebrated for its ornamental beauty. Displaying striking blue-purple flowers with distinctive cranesbill shapes, it enhances the aesthetics of gardens, meadows, and roadside landscapes. The plant’s attractive blooms not only please the eye but also attract essential pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, contributing to the vitality of local ecosystems.

Beyond its visual appeal, Meadow Cranesbill serves practical purposes in landscaping. With its low-maintenance nature, adaptability to various soil conditions, and spreading growth habit, it functions as an efficient ground cover. This not only suppresses weeds but also aids in soil erosion control, making it a resilient and sustainable choice for both ornamental and ecological landscaping projects.

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