Geranium sanguineum 'New Hampshire Purple' is a vibrant flowering perennial known for its rich purple blooms and delicate deeply lobed foliage. It brings reliable color to gardens and thrives with little maintenance.
Height & Spread: 1 - 2 ft x 1 - 2 ft
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil Preference: Well drained slightly acidic to neutral soil
Watering Needs: Moderate water prefers evenly moist soil
Deer Resistance: High
NATIVE STATUS
North American native well adapted to temperate garden conditions. It is valued for its ability to thrive without demanding care and for its role in supporting native pollinators and wildlife.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Butterflies
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Draws in butterflies such as Swallowtails and Fritillaries by offering open blooms rich in nectar that serve as ideal feeding platforms.
Beneficial Insects
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Attracts native bees and other pollinators which assist in maintaining garden health and promoting biodiversity through cross pollination.
Wildlife
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Rarely browsed by deer due to its aromatic foliage and textured leaves making it a smart option in areas with wildlife pressure.
SPACING & LANDSCAPE USE
Spacing Recommendations
- Plant 1 - 2 ft apart to allow space for natural spreading and good airflow.
Landscape Placement
- Excellent in the front of mixed borders in rock gardens along walkways or as ground cover in native and pollinator gardens. Performs well in sunny to lightly shaded locations.
COMPANION PLANTS
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Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) - A dependable native with daisy shaped flowers that attract pollinators and offer vertical contrast.
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Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed) - Produces vivid orange blooms that attract butterflies and thrives in similar sunny well drained conditions.
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Coreopsis verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Features bright yellow flowers and fine foliage that provides texture and complements Geranium’s bold blooms.
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Heuchera sanguinea (Coral Bells) - Adds rich foliage color and upright flower stems that contrast with Geranium’s mounding form.
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Solidago rugosa (Rough Goldenrod) - Brings late season golden blooms that support pollinators and add height and color diversity.