Himalayan crane's-bill (Geranium himalayense)
Also known as: Hardy Geranium
Himalayan crane's-bill (Geranium himalayense) is a deciduous perennial that will grow from 23 to 46 cm tall. It forms dense mounds of dainty, cup-shaped flowers in shades of violet, purple and blue. Himalayan crane's-bill blossoms emerge in early to mid-summer. This species changes color from green to reddish-orange in fall.
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Attributes of Himalayan crane's-bill
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
35 cm
Spread
35 cm
Leaf Color
Green Red
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 5 cm
Flower Color
Blue Purple
Images of Himalayan crane's-bill
Quickly Identify Himalayan crane's-bill
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Rich carpet-forming growth reaching 1 foot (30 cm) in height and spreading 3 feet (90 cm) wide.
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Large basal leaves, up to 4+ inches (10+ cm) wide with seven blunt segments.
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Eye-catching blossoms, up to 2.5 inches (6.35 cm) across, with vivid blue petals transitioning to pink veining and red centers.
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Flowering season showcases vibrant color variation throughout summer.
Scientific Classification of Himalayan crane's-bill
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Geraniales
Family
Geranium
Genus
Geraniums
Species
Himalayan crane's-bill
