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Geranium cinereum 'Ballerina'

Family Geraniaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 20 cm (4 - 8 in)
Spread 15 - 45 cm (6 - 18 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Geranium cinereum 'Ballerina' (dwarf cranesbill) bears showy and striped blossoms during late spring to early autumn. The foliage is matte and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and small or miniature planting.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Geranium cinereum 'Ballerina' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.