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Geranium sanguineum 'Vision'

Family Geraniaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 25 - 70 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Geranium sanguineum 'Vision' (bloody cranesbill) produces showy and faded magenta blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant is clump forming and has foliage that is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Geranium sanguineum 'Vision' . Geranium sanguineum 'Vision' is tolerant of drought. In autumn, Geranium sanguineum 'Vision' is alight with fall colour.