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Storm Cloud Cranesbill
Geranium pratense 'Storm Cloud' PP #34,969
SKU #46496
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. |
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| 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. |
Details
| 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. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Care
| 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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Frequently asked questions
Does Storm Cloud Cranesbill produce flowers?
Spring through summer
Is Storm Cloud Cranesbill evergreen or deciduous?
Storm Cloud Cranesbill is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Storm Cloud Cranesbill?
Storm Cloud Cranesbill is Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Storm Cloud Cranesbill resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Storm Cloud Cranesbill grow?
Storm Cloud Cranesbill has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Storm Cloud Cranesbill?
Storm Cloud Cranesbill grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Storm Cloud Cranesbill in my landscape?
Storm Cloud Cranesbill is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Storm Cloud Cranesbill flowers?
Storm Cloud Cranesbill produces Blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Storm Cloud Cranesbill?
Storm Cloud Cranesbill has Dark Green foliage.
How do I care for Storm Cloud Cranesbill?
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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
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.