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Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill

Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei'

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Overview

The Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill, Geranium sanguineum 'Max Frei', is a hardy perennial showcasing vibrant magenta-pink blossoms and deeply lobed foliage. This low-maintenance plant spans 4-9 inches in height with a spread of 12-18 inches, thriving in USDA zones 4-8. It prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, or as ground cover, it offers extended blooming from late spring to early summer.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–9Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — The blossoms are approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and are set against finely divided
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — herbaceous perennial that offers a compact and low-growing habitMax Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — It prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soilMax Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — perfect for adding a burst of color to any landscape designMax Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — This low-maintenance plant spans 4-9 inches in height with a spread of 12-18 inchesMax Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — lacy foliage that turns to hues of red and orange in the autumnMax Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — this plant is an excellent choice as a groundcover+8

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Mature height
0.5–1 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Geraniaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — The blossoms are approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and are set against finely divided
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — herbaceous perennial that offers a compact and low-growing habit
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — It prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — perfect for adding a burst of color to any landscape design
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — This low-maintenance plant spans 4-9 inches in height with a spread of 12-18 inches
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — lacy foliage that turns to hues of red and orange in the autumn
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — this plant is an excellent choice as a groundcover
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — it offers extended blooming from late spring to early summer
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — with sporadic reblooming throughout the summer season
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — Moreover, it's relatively drought-tolerant once established and requires moderate watering
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — It has a USDA hardiness rating of zones 4 through 8, making it versatile enough for many climate
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — scientifically named Geranium sanguineum 'Max Frei'
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — thriving in USDA zones 4-8
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — is a hardy perennial showcasing vibrant magenta-pink blossoms and deeply lobed foliage
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — reducing the risk of any fungal diseases
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