Storm Cloud Cranesbill

Geranium pratense 'Storm Cloud' PP #34,969

SKU #46496
4-10

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LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Reaches 18 to 20 in. tall and wide.
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Description Fabulous foliage is heavily cut and very dark green, providing a moody backdrop for vibrant, semi-double, purple to blue blooms. The flowers are held on strongly upright stems that won't flop, blooming in spring and repeating through summer. A wonderful nectar source for bees. Very mildew resistant. Perennial.
Bloom Time Spring through summer
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Upright
Flower Attributes Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Patent Act Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color Blue
Foliage Color Dark Green
Care Instructions Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Site in dappled shade in hottest summer climates; mulch root zone to keep roots cool, avoiding the crown. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil. Apply fertilizer in early spring.
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DescriptionFabulous foliage is heavily cut and very dark green, providing a moody backdrop for vibrant, semi-double, purple to blue blooms. The flowers are held on strongly upright stems that won't flop, blooming in spring and repeating through summer. A wonderful nectar source for bees. Very mildew resistant. Perennial.
Bloom TimeSpring through summer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesImproved Pest and Disease Resistance, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitUpright
Flower AttributesLong Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorBlue
Foliage ColorDark Green
Care
Care InstructionsProvide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Site in dappled shade in hottest summer climates; mulch root zone to keep roots cool, avoiding the crown. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil. Apply fertilizer in early spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.