Geranium sanguineum 'Apfelblüte'
Soft pink flowers with faint darker pink veining smother the low spreading clumps throughout summer. The name translates as apple blossom. A great performer among the bloody cranesbills. The soft colour provides gentle tones for front of borders.
Forms low spreading mats suitable for groundcover in sunny positions. The continuous flowering without deadheading makes it exceptionally low-maintenance. The soft pink with subtle veining is more refined than magenta species. Excellent for rock gardens, path edges, and front border positions.
Growing Conditions
Light: full sun
Moisture: average
Soil: well-drained
Hardiness zone: 3
Maintenance: low
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 25
Spread (cm): 60
Habit: low spreading
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: May–Sept
Seasonal interest: continuous late spring through fall; soft pink; low spreading mat
Foliage: green
Flower: soft pink
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: pollinators
Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes
Habitat: front borders; groundcover; rock gardens; path edges
Features: soft pink with veining; low spreading; continuous bloom; apple blossom color; great performer; groundcover
Notes: name means apple blossom; continuous bloom; great performer; soft pink more refined than species