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Week 19 – May 08, 2024

Plant Information

Geranium pratense Midnight Reiter

  • Geranium pratense Midnight Reiter - Bloom
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Geranium pratense 'Midnight Reiter'

Common Name: Cranesbill

Hardiness Zone: 5a - 8b

Hardiness Degree: -20°F (-28.9°C)

Blooming Season: Late Spring, Summer

Plant Habit: Upright

Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Shade Tolerant

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Once a month

Spacing: 16 - 20" (41 - 51cm)

Height: 14 - 16" (36 - 41cm)

Width: 13 - 16" (33 - 41cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Small, dark bronze-tinged foliage topped with royal-blue flowers.

Grower Information:

Dwarf selection from ‘Victor Reiter’ forms neat mounds of small, dark bronze-tinged foliage topped with royal blue flowers. Taller species with large, finely cut leaves and large, saucer-shaped flowers.