Round-leaved crane's-bill (Geranium rotundifolium)
Care, watering, light and tips for Round-leaved crane's-bill on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Geraniaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Round-leaved crane's-bill
Geranium rotundifolium, also known as Round-leaved Cranesbill, is a small annual herbaceous plant distinguished by its rounded, softly lobed leaves, often with a reddish tint. Its delicate pink or purple flowers, with five petals, bloom from spring to autumn. It is ideal for rock gardens, path edges, or as part of a naturalized meadow, adding a wild and charming touch.
Native range
Europe, North Africa and West Asia
Care tips
This species prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils, even poor or calcareous ones, making it very adaptable. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out between waterings, as it is drought-tolerant once established. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. It does not require regular fertilization and readily self-seeds.
How to save a dying Round-leaved crane's-bill
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or reddish leaves, soft and blackened stems. The plant wilts rapidly.
- First aid
- Remove damaged leaves and stems. Check drainage and reduce watering. Consider repotting if soil is waterlogged.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and poor drainage are its worst enemies. It cannot tolerate waterlogging.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. If stems are very soft, propagate cuttings from healthy parts.