Long-stalked Crane's-bill (Geranium Columbinum) is a annual herb in the Geraniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Geranium columbinum is a herbaceous annual plant belonging to the family Geraniaceae, native to Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa, and introduced worldwide including North America.

Long-stalked Crane's-bill

Long-stalked Crane's-bill

Geranium Columbinum

Geranium columbinum is a herbaceous annual plant belonging to the family Geraniaceae, native to Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa, and introduced worldwide including North America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, chalky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Long-stalked Crane's-bill

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Geraniaceae
Genus:Geranium