Species cranesbill
Lavender flower wtith pink stigma, burgundy anthers. green buds, green leaves and stems.

cranesbill

Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson'

Cranesbill (Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson') is a striking and colorful perennial with amazing flowers. Its violet and pink petals form a bowl shape that resembles a crane’s bill, hence the name. With profuse and long-lasting blooms, this plant is a great addition to any garden. It requires only minimal care and is highly tolerant to drought and poor soil conditions. The foliage is an interesting green with a tie-dye marbling of greyish-green shades that will stand out in any shade garden. It’s an ideal choice for container gardens and mass plantings. Enjoy this beauty from spring to early fall.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 8

Flowers:

Shell pink with dark purple veins and pale centers Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

The cranesbill (Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson') is a low-growing geranium. It should be watered thoroughly, once a week, until the surface of the soil is moist. Depending on the climate and position of the plant, it may require more frequent watering. During hot, dry periods the plant may need to be watered twice a week, and during cooler, wetter conditions, it may need to be watered every 5 to 7 days. Allow the top of the soil to dry out slightly between irrigations. Be careful not to overwater the cranesbill, as it can lead to root rot.

sunlight

Cranesbill (Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson') thrive in full sun to partial shade, but a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight per day is best for optimal plant health and blooming. If possible, it is beneficial to provide direct sun first thing in the morning and then again in the late afternoon, to protect the plant from the hottest hours of the day when the sunlight is most intense.

pruning

Cranesbill (Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson') should be pruned twice a year, once in late winter and again in mid-summer. Late winter pruning should involve cutting off the plant's branches and twigs all the way back to the dormant buds. This will encourage the growth of new shoots and blooms. Mid-summer pruning should be less aggressive. Cut back leggy, straggly stems, but don't cut them all the way to the ground. Make sure to deadhead the spent flowers, but leave the buds that haven't opened yet. Pruning too hard may hinder flower formation, so be mindful of how much you are cutting. Avoid pruning the plant during the fall or before winter dormancy begins.

Season

Fall
Winter
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Starts Flowering

The Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson' typically starts flowering in April.

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