Brookside Cranesbill

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Plant Information
Common Name Brookside Cranesbill
Botanical Name Geranium x 'Brookside'
Description
Plant Type Perennial
Mature Height 18 to 2 ft
Mature Width 2 to 3 ft
Growth Habit Spreading
Bloom Color Violet-blue
Bloom Interest Showy
Bloom Period June to September
Seasonal Interest Summer
Foliage Color Green
Foliage Type Simple
Fall Color Red-Orange
Attributes Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Attracts Butterflies Yes
Attracts Birds No
Care
Sun Exposure Full Sun, Partial Shade
USDA Hardiness Zone 4 to 8
Zoned for KC Region Yes
Water Preference Moist,Well-drained
Maintenance Level Low
Cost Moderate
Watering Notes Water weekly or more during weather extremes.
Fertilize Notes Usually no fertilizer is needed but a slow-release can be used.
Prune Notes Shear foliage when blooms are spent.