Geranium psilostemon
Best reliable blooms for adding vibrant, long lasting garden color.
This large cranesbill offers striking magenta blooms and dramatic crimson fall foliage, providing extended garden interest. It's exceptionally easy to grow and resistant to deer and snails, making it a low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly choice for full sun to part shade conditions.
$8.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic color and extended floral displays.
- Busy individuals or new gardeners desiring reliable, easy-care perennials.
- Landscapers needing robust ground cover for larger areas.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with small beds or those preferring contained growth.
- Homeowners with limited garden space or compact planting schemes.
- Detail-oriented gardeners who dislike staking or untidy growth.
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Vibrant magenta blooms and dramatic crimson foliage offer exceptional seasonal color.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in average, well-drained garden soil.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deters deer and snails, reducing the need for protective measures.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably attracts bees and other beneficial insects throughout the summer months.
Site Versatility
Thrives in various light conditions and tolerates challenging juglone-heavy soil environments.
Growth Habit
Robust, substantial size creates a reliable, structural presence in perennial borders.
Key Specs
Zones
5 to 8
Type
Perennial
Height
36 to 48 inches
Spread
36 to 48 inches
Exposure
Full sun, part-shade
Soil Conditions
well-drained, average
Bloom Time
Summer (June to July)
Bloom Color
Bright Magenta With Black Centre
Native Range
Caucasus, Turkey and Armenia
Special Characteristics
Deer-resistant, Juglone tolerant, Pollinator favorite, Snail Resistant
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