Geranium sanguineum

Bloody Cranesbill

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Hardy perennial herb with deeply lobed leaves and vibrant red flowers, ideal for rockeries or edging in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Bloody Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Genus Geranium
Species Sanguineum
Origin Southern Europe, Western Asia
Blooming Late spring to early summer, sometimes reblooms in autumn
Leaf Color Deep green, turning red in autumn
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates poor soils and drought once established.

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Watering

Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid wet feet during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best flowering; tolerates partial shade in hotter climates.

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Fertilization

Minimal feeding required; compost in spring is sufficient, avoid high nitrogen which encourages leafy growth over flowers.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage rebloom; cut back after flowering or late autumn for tidiness.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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