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Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium

Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina'

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Overview

Geranium cinereum 'Ballerina', commonly called Cambridge Cranesbill, is a compact perennial prized for its delicate, pink-purple flowers adorned with dark veining. Boasting a lengthy bloom from late spring to summer, it thrives in full to part sun and well-drained soil, reaching a modest height of about 6 inches with a spread of up to 12 inches. Its low-growing, mound-forming habit makes it ideal for borders and rock gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Type Ground cover, Perennial
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — Its low-growing, mound-forming habit makes it ideal for borders and rock gardens
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — Boasting a lengthy bloom from late spring to summerCambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — reaching a modest height of about 6 inches with a spread of up to 12 inchesCambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — is a stellar perennial selection for any gardenCambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — spanning approximately 1 to 1.5 inches acrossCambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — esteemed for its unique charm and low-maintenance qualitiesCambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — it thrives in full to part sun and well-drained soil+3

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Geraniaceae

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Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — Its low-growing, mound-forming habit makes it ideal for borders and rock gardens
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — Boasting a lengthy bloom from late spring to summer
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — reaching a modest height of about 6 inches with a spread of up to 12 inches
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — is a stellar perennial selection for any garden
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — spanning approximately 1 to 1.5 inches across
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — esteemed for its unique charm and low-maintenance qualities
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — it thrives in full to part sun and well-drained soil
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — commonly known as the Cambridge Cranesbill
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — pink-purple flowers adorned with dark veining
Cambridge Cranesbill Or Geranium (Geranium Cinereum 'Ballerina') — commonly called Cambridge Cranesbill
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