Karmina Cranesbill
Karmina Cranesbill (Geranium � cantabrigiense 'Karmina')
Karmina Cranesbill (Geranium � cantabrigiense 'Karmina') is a low-growing, semi-evergreen perennial known for its abundant deep pink flowers and fragrant foliage. This spreading variety is excellent for ground cover, edging, and rock gardens, offering long-lasting color and year-round texture.
Distinctive Features
Karmina produces clusters of vivid pink, five-petaled flowers in late spring, continuing into summer. The dense, deeply lobed green foliage turns rich shades of red and bronze in fall, providing multi-season interest.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
- Water: Drought-tolerant once established.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8, adaptable to various climates.
Ideal Uses
- Ground Cover: Forms a dense, weed-resistant mat.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Rock Gardens: Thrives in well-draining conditions.
- Mass Plantings: Creates a bold floral display.
- Edging for Pathways: Softens borders with a lush appearance.
Low Maintenance Care
Karmina Cranesbill is a hardy, easy-to-grow perennial requiring minimal care.
- Watering: Prefers moderate moisture but tolerates dry spells.
- Pruning: Trim back after flowering to encourage reblooming.
- Fertilizing: Light feeding in early spring supports healthy growth.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Highly resistant to browsing animals.
Why Choose Karmina?
This compact, shade-tolerant perennial offers long-lasting color and easy maintenance.
- Bright Pink Blooms: Provides a pop of color.
- Long Bloom Season: Flowers persist into summer.
- Excellent Ground Cover: Spreads to suppress weeds.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Supports beneficial insects.
For a vibrant, low-maintenance ground cover with beautiful pink flowers, Karmina Cranesbill (Geranium � cantabrigiense 'Karmina') is an outstanding choice.
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