Overview

Bring the charm of native wildflowers to your landscape with our collection of 50 Wild Geraniums bare root plants. Scientifically known as Geranium maculatum, and commonly referred to as Cranesbill, these delightful perennials are a staple for naturalizing, woodland gardens, and shady borders. Each order provides a substantial quantity of bare roots, ensuring a robust start for your new garden additions. These plants are organically grown, reflecting a commitment to sustainable gardening practices and healthy plant development. The Wild Geranium is celebrated for its distinctive purple-pink flowers that emerge in spring, offering a soft, ethereal beauty that complements a variety of garden styles. They are an excellent choice for gardeners looking to establish low-maintenance, ecologically beneficial plantings that thrive in their natural habitat.

Our Geranium maculatum plants are ready to be transplanted directly into your garden, providing an immediate impact. The bare root format allows for easy shipping and planting, and with proper care, these resilient plants will quickly establish themselves. They are known for their adaptability and ability to spread gracefully, creating a lush carpet of foliage and blooms. Whether you’re enhancing an existing woodland area or starting a new native plant bed, these wild geranium bare root specimens are an ideal foundation, promising years of natural beauty and ecological benefit.

Key Benefits

Investing in wild geranium bare root plants offers numerous advantages for both the gardener and the environment. These hardy perennials are not only visually appealing but also contribute to a healthy ecosystem. Here are some key benefits:

• Pollinator Attraction: The lovely purple flowers of Geranium maculatum plants are a magnet for native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting local biodiversity and aiding in garden pollination.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, Wild Geraniums are remarkably self-sufficient, requiring minimal care. They are drought-tolerant and generally resistant to pests and diseases, making them perfect for busy gardeners.
• Versatile Landscaping: Ideal for a variety of settings, including woodland gardens, shade gardens, naturalized areas, and as ground cover. Their spreading habit helps suppress weeds and prevent soil erosion.
• Organic Growth: Our plants are organically grown, ensuring you receive healthy, chemical-free specimens that are safe for your garden and the environment. This also means you’re planting a natural, environmentally friendly option.
• Seasonal Interest: Beyond their beautiful spring blooms, the attractive foliage provides continuous green interest throughout the growing season, often turning reddish-bronze in the fall for added visual appeal.
• Deer Resistant: While no plant is entirely deer-proof, cranesbill organic Wild Geraniums are generally not preferred by deer, making them a good choice for gardens in areas with deer populations.
• Erosion Control: Their fibrous root systems and spreading growth habit make them excellent for stabilizing soil on slopes and preventing erosion, especially in shaded or partially shaded areas.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for wild geranium bare root plants is straightforward, making them an excellent choice for gardeners of all experience levels. These resilient plants thrive in conditions that mimic their natural woodland habitat. For optimal growth, choose a location with partial to full shade. While they can tolerate some morning sun, intense afternoon sun can scorch their leaves, particularly in warmer climates. They prefer consistently moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Amending heavy clay soils with compost will improve drainage and fertility, while adding compost to sandy soils will help retain moisture and nutrients, ensuring your Geranium maculatum plants flourish.

When planting your cranesbill organic bare roots, dig a hole wide enough to spread out the roots and deep enough so that the crown of the plant is at soil level. Backfill with soil, gently firming around the roots to remove air pockets, and water thoroughly. Maintain consistent moisture, especially during the first growing season, to help the plants establish a strong root system. Once established, they are quite drought-tolerant, though supplemental watering during prolonged dry spells will be beneficial. Fertilization is generally not necessary, especially if planted in rich, organic soil. If your soil is poor, a light application of a balanced, slow-release organic fertilizer in early spring can be beneficial. Deadheading spent flowers is not strictly required but can encourage a tidier appearance and sometimes a small rebloom. These purple geraniums are incredibly hardy and will return year after year, often spreading to create beautiful drifts in your garden.

Size & Details

This offering includes 50 Wild Geraniums bare root plants, providing a substantial quantity to establish a significant planting area. Each bare root is carefully harvested and prepared for shipment, ensuring you receive viable and healthy plant material ready for immediate planting. Wild Geraniums (Geranium maculatum) typically grow to a mature height of 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) with a similar spread, forming attractive clumps that slowly naturalize over time. They are known for their vigorous growth once established, quickly filling in garden spaces with their lush foliage and charming purple blooms. The plants will arrive dormant, which is the ideal state for bare root planting, minimizing transplant shock and promoting robust growth once settled in their new environment. Expect to see foliage emerge in spring, followed by the characteristic flowers. These woodland garden plants are a perfect solution for adding native beauty and ecological value to your outdoor space.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big do these Wild Geraniums get? A: Wild Geranium maculatum plants typically grow to a height of 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) with a similar spread. They form attractive clumps and can slowly naturalize to cover a larger area over time, making them excellent woodland garden plants.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The wild geranium bare root is an outdoor perennial plant. It thrives in garden settings, particularly in woodland and shade gardens, and is not suitable for indoor cultivation.
• Q: How much sunlight do these Geraniums need? A: Wild Geraniums prefer partial to full shade. While they can tolerate some morning sun, they generally perform best with protection from intense afternoon sunlight, which can scorch their leaves.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? Is it good for beginners? A: Yes, Geranium maculatum plants are very easy to care for and are an excellent choice for beginners. Once established, they are low maintenance, drought-tolerant, and generally pest and disease resistant.
• Q: What condition will the plants arrive in? A: You will receive 50 Wild Geraniums bare root plants. They will arrive dormant, which is the optimal state for bare root planting, ensuring they establish well in your garden.
• Q: When is the best time to plant these bare roots? A: The best time to plant wild geranium bare root stock is in early spring or fall when the weather is cool and moisture is readily available. This allows the plants to establish their root systems before extreme temperatures.
• Q: Will these purple geraniums survive winter? A: Yes, purple geraniums (Geranium maculatum) are very hardy perennials. They are typically hardy in USDA Zones 3-8 and will die back to the ground in winter, re-emerging vigorously in the spring.
• Q: Are these plants organically grown? A: Yes, all of our cranesbill organic plants are cultivated using organic growing practices, ensuring you receive healthy, chemical-free bare roots for your garden.
• Q: What kind of soil do these plants prefer? A: Wild Geraniums thrive in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. They prefer consistently moist soil but can tolerate some drought once established.
• Q: Do these Wild Geraniums attract pollinators? A: Absolutely! The delicate flowers of Geranium maculatum plants are a valuable early-season nectar source, highly attractive to native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making them great for biodiversity.