Geranium 'Elke'

Also Known As

Geranium sanguineum 'Elke'
Elke Bloody Cranesbill

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Geranium 'Elke' plant details

Geranium 'Elke' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geranium 'Elke'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
Uses: long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geranium 'Elke'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The attractive glossy green foliage of Geranium 'Elke' makes the perfect backdrop for the eye-catching cranesbill blooms in shades of dark pink with red veins all surrounded by a unique frosted white edge. Long-blooming from spring through early fall. A hybrid involving G. sanguineum with a habit very much like this species. Great as a ground cover, at the front of the border, or trailing from pots or planters. Popular with bees and mostly deer resistant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This amazing G.sanguineum produces its beautiful 1 inch bright-pink, edged in white ; veined in rose flowers just about ALL summer (April into fall) on soil-tolerant plants, 10" tall x 3' wide... delightful! S/M