Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Geranium x cantabrigiense ‘Rosalina’
Rosalina Cranesbill
- Family
- Geraniaceae
- Height
- 10 to 12 inches
- Width
- 18 to 24 inches
- Flower color
- Lilac-pink
- Foliage color
- Green
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Partial shade to full sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 4 to 8
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees and butterflies
About this plant
Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Rosalina' is a charming perennial known for its lilac colored, cup-shaped flowers and aromatic foliage. Blooming from late spring through early summer, the flowers form in clusters above a dense mat of rounded, deeply lobed leaves. The blooms offer vibrant color and contrast beautifully with the lush, green foliage, which releases a pleasant fragrance when brushed against or crushed.
This hybrid is prized for its adaptability and robust nature. As the seasons change, the foliage of 'Rosalina' takes on red and bronze tones, adding year-round interest to the garden. Its long-lasting blooms, combined with its tolerance for a variety of conditions, make it an excellent choice for ground cover, borders, or naturalized areas in the landscape.
Works well in
Cottage Gardens · Borders · Pathways & Walkways · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Catmint · Coral bells · Daylilies · Shrub roses · Lavender · Skimmia
Design tip
Plant broad sweeps beneath open-canopied trees or along lightly shaded pathways where the spreading habit can knit plantings together. Mix bold and finely textured foliage nearby to create layered compositions that remain attractive from spring flowers through colorful autumn foliage.
