Geranium Sanguineum 'Lancastriense'

Lancastriense

Geranium sanguineum ‘Lancastriense’ — commonly called Lancastriense Cranesbill — is a low-growing, spreading perennial groundcover valued for its soft pink flowers, compact habit, and attractive foliage. It forms a dense, mat-like mound of finely divided green leaves that create a soft texture and often develop reddish tones in fall. From late spring through summer, it produces a profusion of small, pale pink flowers with darker veining, giving a delicate, natural look.

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 6–10 in

USDA Zones: 3a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained soils; thrives in average to lean conditions
Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Low, spreading groundcover with a dense, mat-forming habit
Soft pink flowers provide a gentle, natural effect
Attractive finely cut foliage with fall color
Excellent for edging, rock gardens, and slopes
Performs well in sunny, well-drained sites

Maintenance:
Shear lightly after flowering to encourage fresh growth and maintain shape
Divide occasionally to maintain vigor
Very low maintenance and long-lived

Plant type

Perennial

Height

6-10"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Summer

Leaf color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Average, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Groundcover, Rock Garden

Shape

Mounded, Spreading

Drought tolerant

No