Geranium sylvaticum 'Mayflower'
Also Known As
- Mayflower Hardy Cranesbill
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 5a-10a
Geranium sylvaticum 'Mayflower' plant details
Geranium sylvaticum 'Mayflower' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Geranium sylvaticum 'Mayflower'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: geraniaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Geranium sylvaticum 'Mayflower'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Geranium sylvaticum 'Mayflower' plant
How to Grow Geranium sylvaticum 'Mayflower'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-20"
Width: 24"-48"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-32"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Spotted Cranesbill, Wild Cranesbill, Wild Geranium, Wood Geranium
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-8b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - shade
- even moisture
- dry when dormant
aka Black Widow, Mourning Widow Geranium
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2'
Width: 18"
- sun - shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 6"-10"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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