Product Description
Geranium m. 'Crane Dance' PPAF (25) Bare Root Plants
Common Name: Cranesbill, Wild Geranium
This bronze-leafed perennial may look like the species Geranium pratense, but is actually derived from Geranium maculatum, a woodland perennial and one of the few species in cultivation native to North America. This forms an upright habit topped with beautiful blue flowers. In the fall, the foliage turns bright red here in zone 6. Compared to 'Elizabeth Ann', the blooms are a more vibrant shade of blue. 'Crane Dance' can grow in a range of conditions, from sun to shade.
Hardy geraniums are wonderful filler plants for any landscape, either residential or commercial. They blend nicely with most other perennials and offer continuous color throughout the summer months.
Height: 24.0-28.0 Inches
Spread: 28.0-32.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color: Purple shades
Foliage Color:Green shades, Red shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) to Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average Water Needs
Poor to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Late Spring to Midsummer
Bee Friendly
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate:Medium
Border Plant, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
