25 Summer Skies Geranium Seeds - Hardy Perennial Cranesbill with Lavender Blue Blooms

Summer Skies Geranium is a beautiful hardy perennial known for its delicate lavender-blue flowers that rise above finely cut, deep green foliage. This variety, a cultivar of Geranium pratense, brings a soft, airy texture to garden borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. Its long blooming season and easy-care nature make it a favorite among gardeners seeking reliable color year after year.

Perfect for mixed perennial beds, rock gardens, or as a ground cover, Summer Skies Geranium attracts bees and butterflies while being resistant to deer and rabbits. The plants form neat mounds that blend well with other perennials, providing a lovely contrast in both color and form.

Plant Features

• Lavender-blue flowers with subtle veining
• Finely cut, aromatic green foliage
• Long bloom period from late spring to midsummer
• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies
• Deer and rabbit resistant

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Geranium pratense 'Summer Skies'
• Plant Type: Hardy perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, moist soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8
• Bloom Season: Late spring to midsummer
• Mature Height: 18-24 inches
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Summer Skies Geranium seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface, as they require light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and maintain a temperature of 65-70°F. Germination typically occurs in 14-21 days. Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant them into individual pots and harden off before planting outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

In the garden, choose a location with well-drained soil and partial to full sun. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Once established, Summer Skies Geranium is relatively drought-tolerant. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming, and cut back foliage in late autumn or early spring to promote fresh growth.

What's Included

25 Summer Skies Geranium seeds.