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Dark Reiter Meadow Cranesbill

Geranium Pratense 'Dark Reiter'

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Overview

The Dark Reiter Meadow Cranesbill ('Geranium pratense' 'Dark Reiter') is a charming perennial, prized for its deep purple foliage and lively lilac flowers. Standing at a compact height of 10-12 inches with a similar spread, it adds striking contrast and texture to any garden. This hardy plant blooms from late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators. Ideal for borders and mass plantings, it thrives in full to part sun and well-drained soil. Zone 4-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 4–8Type Perennial
Dark Reiter Meadow Cranesbill (Geranium Pratense 'Dark Reiter') — The Dark Reiter Meadow Cranesbill ('Geranium pratense' 'Dark Reiter') is a charming perennial

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
8–10 Inches

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Geraniaceae

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Dark Reiter Meadow Cranesbill (Geranium Pratense 'Dark Reiter') — The Dark Reiter Meadow Cranesbill ('Geranium pratense' 'Dark Reiter') is a charming perennial

Photograph: peganum from Small Dole, England, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source

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