White Bloody Cranesbill
White Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum 'Album')
White Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum 'Album') is a low-growing, hardy perennial that produces delicate white flowers against finely divided green foliage. This compact variety is ideal for rock gardens, borders, and ground cover plantings, offering a long bloom season and excellent drought resistance.
Distinctive Features
Unlike its magenta-flowered relatives, 'Album' boasts crisp white, five-petaled blooms that create a soft contrast against its rich green, deeply lobed foliage. In autumn, the leaves take on a reddish hue, adding seasonal interest.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Adapts to a variety of well-drained soil types.
- Water: Drought-tolerant once established.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8, suitable for a range of climates.
Ideal Uses
- Ground Cover: Spreads to form a dense, weed-suppressing mat.
- Rock Gardens: Thrives in dry, well-draining soils.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Edging for Borders: Adds softness and movement to garden edges.
- Mass Plantings: Provides a long-lasting floral display.
Low Maintenance Care
White Bloody Cranesbill is a resilient perennial requiring minimal attention.
- Watering: Prefers moderate moisture but withstands dry conditions.
- Pruning: Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.
- Fertilizing: Light feeding in spring enhances vigor.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Foliage is generally unpalatable.
Why Choose White Bloody Cranesbill?
This low-maintenance, long-blooming perennial provides year-round interest with minimal effort.
- Elegant White Blooms: Softens any landscape with its delicate flowers.
- Long Bloom Season: Flowers from late spring through summer.
- Excellent Drought Tolerance: Thrives in dry conditions.
- Seasonal Foliage Interest: Leaves turn red in autumn.
For an easy-care, elegant ground cover with charming white flowers, White Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum 'Album') is an exceptional choice.
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