Striatum Hardy Geranium

Geranium sanguineum ‘Striatum’ is a compact bloodred geranium with pale pink flowers marked by red veins. The Morton Arboretum describes the selection as 6 to 8 inches tall, giving it a low profile for the front of a border, edging, or a planting among taller perennials. ## Placement and season Use Striatum where its low flowering stems can be seen, with sun or partial shade and room for the foliage to spread. Bloodred geraniums flower from late spring into midsummer; their lobed leaves turn red in fall. [Morton Arboretum cultivar notes](https://mortonarb.org/plant-and-protect/trees-and-plants/bloodred-geranium/) · [NC State Extension species profile](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/geranium-sanguineum/common-name/bloody-geranium/) ## Growing conditions Provide moist, well-drained soil and avoid sites that stay waterlogged. The species tolerates full sun and partial shade, with full sun generally producing more flowers where moisture is adequate. Set it where its low flower stems remain visible instead of being hidden by taller neighbors. [Morton Arboretum](https://mortonarb.org/plant-and-protect/trees-and-plants/bloodred-geranium/) · [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/geranium-sanguineum/common-name/bloody-geranium/) ## Maintenance Trim spent flower stems or old foliage if the clump becomes untidy. Divide when it needs renewal or when its spread reaches nearby plants. Keep the soil draining freely through winter and avoid burying the crown under dense mulch. [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/geranium-sanguineum/common-name/bloody-geranium/)