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Native Geranium / Crane's Bill (Geranium homeanum)

Native Geranium / Crane's Bill (Geranium homeanum)

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Why we love this plant!

A low-growing, scrambling native groundcover that thrives in the diverse soils of South East Queensland, from sandy coastal areas to rich inland soils. Its pink to mauve flowers attract bees and butterflies, supporting local pollinators. It is particularly useful for stabilising soils in gardens prone to erosion, making it a great choice for naturalised and habitat-focused plantings.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Requires low to moderate watering and is drought tolerant once established.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying organic mulch may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • Fertilisation is rarely needed, though a light feed with native plant fertiliser during the growing season may support growth.

Pruning preferences:

  • Pruning after flowering may encourage fresh blooms and maintain a tidy shape.

Good to Know:

  • Thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate South East Queensland’s seasonal humidity and dry spells.

Plant Details

Common uses: Border planting, Seasonal colour, Pollinator-friendly, Low maintenance garden, Drought hardy/tolerant, Rocky or dry gardens (Xeriscape), and Coastal garden
Expected Height Range: 0.1 m - 0.3 m
Spread Range: 0.3 m - 0.6 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Summer and Spring
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Native to Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland, where it is commonly found in grasslands, open forests, and woodland areas. It thrives in well-drained soils with moderate moisture.
Leaf information: Soft, lobed green leaves with a slightly crinkled texture.
Preferred Soil: Prefers well-drained soils, tolerates a range of conditions including poor soils, but thrives in slightly moist to moderately dry environments.
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