Cranesbill

Geranium 'Elke' Geraniaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived perennial

Location

Hillside Garden

Source of plant

Plant Delights

Description

This selection of G. sanguineum is topped, starting in late April (NC) and continuing until fall, with silver dollar-sized flowers of fluorescent pink, each highlighted by a white central pattern and a narrow white border. The 3' wide x 10" tall clumps can tolerate a wide range of conditions including an amazing amount of drought.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

drought tolerance