Also known as Round-Leaf Crane's-Bill · Round-Leaved Cranesbill · Round-Leaved Geranium
Geranium rotundifolium, the Round-Leaved Crane's-Bill, is a delicate wildflower with small pink to purplish flowers, commonly found in disturbed ground and hedgerows.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, but tolerates some shade.
Moderate to low
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings in the growing season. Reduce significantly in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures. Can tolerate light frosts but benefits from winter protection in colder climates.
Light
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in autumn and winter, providing just enough to prevent the soil from becoming bone dry.
Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Prune in late spring or early summer after flowering to maintain a tidy shape and encourage a second flush of blooms. Remove spent flower stalks and any dead or damaged stems.
Cut back leggy growth to promote bushier development. Light pruning can be done anytime to remove errant shoots.
Propagate from seed sown in autumn or early spring, or by division of established clumps in early spring. Seeds may require a period of cold stratification.
Division is a straightforward method for increasing your stock and rejuvenating older plants.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. The best time to repot is in early spring before new growth begins. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering.
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Photos of Round-Leaved Crane's-Bill (Geranium rotundifolium)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Geraniales |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Geranium |
| Species | Geranium rotundifolium |
Similar in genus Geranium
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