Spotted Cranesbill Geranium

Geranium maculatum 24" tall. Also known as Wild Geranium.

Clusters of single 1¼"-wide pinkish-lilac saucer-shaped flowers beckon the native pollinators. Vigor, longevity, hardiness, lo-o-ong flowering period and lush attractive foliage make this North American native useful for borders, edging, rock gardens or as an orchard companion. After bloom, distinctive long narrow “cranesbill” seed pods flutter jauntily above the spreading foliage, which quickly forms dense clumps and turns a rich red in fall.

Name confusion may be a big reason why this attractive easy-to-grow genus is not more well known: the popular bedding and indoor plant with big red flowers widely called geranium is actually Pelargonium. This is the true geranium.

For best results plant in the lightly shaded areas of wild open woodland gardens or in the orchard underneath your ancient apple trees. Plant 12-18" apart in average garden soil. Native to North America. Z4. (bare-root crowns)

7672 Spotted Cranesbill

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L 7672 A: 3 for $12.00
L 7672 B: 6 for $21.00
L 7672 C: 12 for $36.00

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Additional Information

Achillea

Blooms June through September featuring 2–3" flat-topped flowerheads. Ferny green foliage is aromatic when crushed. Excellent filler for fresh and dried arrangements. Prompt removal of faded flowerheads guarantees a long season of blooms. Colors can fade out in extreme humidity but regular cutting will keep the blooms looking bright and fresh. It’s a sweet and easy early morning task to walk the yarrow path and cut quick bouquets. Plant 12–24" apart in well-drained soil, full sun to part shade. (See also: white yarrow Achillea millefolium)

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

When you receive your order, open the bags and check the stock immediately. Roots and crowns should be firm and pliable. Surface mold is harmless and will not affect the plant’s future performance. Store plants in their packaging in a cool (35–40°) location until you are ready to plant. If it’s going to be awhile, you can pot up your perennials.

Do not plant bare-root perennial plant crowns directly outdoors before danger of frost has passed. Wet and/or cold conditions for an extended period may cause rotting.

For more info:
About planting bare-root perennials