bloody cranesbill

For healthy growth, Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum 'Max Frei') should be watered once a week throughout the growing season, beginning in spring and continuing until autumn. Water the soil thoroughly, allowing it to dry between waterings. Avoid over-watering as this can cause the plant to rot and die. Additionally, it helps to water in the morning so that the foliage has enough time to dry out before nightfall. This helps to prevent issues such as fungal diseases. If the soil becomes waterlogged, cut back on the frequency of watering. Also, if the plant is in a container, give it a good thorough soak and then allow the soil surface to dry slightly before watering again.

Bloody cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum 'Max Frei') prefers a site with full sun to some shade, and while it tolerates partial sun it needs at least 5-6 hours of direct sunlight each day to maintain its vigour and health. During the summer, this plant should receive most of its light during the middle of the day, when the sun is highest and strongest. During the winter months, when daylight hours are short, it is important that the plant gets as much direct sunlight as possible, while avoiding the coldest and harshest rays in the early morning and late afternoon.

Bloody cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum 'Max Frei') benefits from pruning to keep it dense and healthy. Prune in early to mid-spring right before it begins to bloom. Start by removing any dead, diseased, or damaged growth. Then, trim the stems back to an outward-facing bud, just above the leaf axil. This will encourage the plant to bush out, rather than become too tall and leggy. Finally, prune off the spent flowering stems. This will help to promote new blooms. If necessary, bloody cranesbill can also be lightly pruned after it's finished blooming, in late summer. This will help to control growth and keep the plant looking neat and tidy.