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Geranium 'Patricia'

Patricia Cranesbill

Geranium ‘Patricia’ — commonly called Patricia Cranesbill — is a vigorous, long-blooming perennial valued for its vibrant magenta-pink flowers and extended bloom period. It forms an upright to spreading clump of deeply cut green foliage, topped from late spring through summer with large, vivid flowers featuring a dark eye and prominent veining. Its long flowering season and bold color make it a standout in mixed perennial plantings.

Mature Size:
Width: 24–30 in
Height: 24–30 in

USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; adaptable
Water: Moderate; tolerates some dryness once established

Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Upright to spreading perennial with an open habit
Bright magenta flowers with a dark eye provide strong color
Long bloom period from late spring into summer
Excellent for borders, cottage gardens, and mixed plantings
Adds vibrant color and texture to the landscape

Maintenance:
Shear back after initial bloom to encourage continued flowering
Divide every few years to maintain vigor
Easy to grow and low maintenance

Plant type
Perennial
Height
24-30"
Width
24-30"
Hardiness zones
4–8
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom time
Early Summer, Late Spring, Summer
Flower color
Black, Royal Blue
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Green, Yellow Green
Attracts
Butterflies
Soil
Average, Well Drained
Landscape use
Mass Planting
Shape
Spreading, Upright
Deer resistant
Yes
Drought tolerant
No