cranesbill
Geranium cinereum 'Purple Pillow'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7
Flowers:
Magenta pink Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained
Fruits:
Fruits In Autumn Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Moderate
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water cranesbill (Geranium cinereum 'Purple Pillow') regularly during the active growing season. Water when the soil surface begins to dry. Aim for about 1 inch of water per week. During hotter weather, water more often and increase the amount. In the winter, reduce watering to about twice a month. During very cold weather, don't water at all. Provide water at the base of the plant and avoid getting foliage wet.
sunlight
Cranesbill (Geranium cinereum 'Purple Pillow') prefers bright, partial sun, ideally 4 to 6 hours a day. It will tolerate full sun but may need extra water when it is very hot out, and partial shade can also be beneficial. The morning sun is usually more ideal than the intense afternoon sun, as this can help prevent the plant from drying out.
pruning
Cranesbill (Geranium cinereum 'Purple Pillow') should be pruned right after flowering, typically between mid-spring and early summer. This type of pruning will encourage the plant to produce larger blooms the following season. Pruning should involve removing a majority of the flower’s stalks, as well as cutting back any taller stems. Always leave behind healthy, green foliage for the plant to use for photosynthesis. When pruning, cut the stems back to the desired length, just below a node. Removal of any dead or damaged stems should also be done at this time.
