Geranium cinereum 'Ballerina' is a compact, mat-forming cultivar of the Grayleaf Cranesbill (Geranium cinereum). This highly ornamental selection is prized for its exceptionally silvery-gray, deeply lobed foliage and abundant, pale pink flowers. 'Ballerina' typically grows 3-6 inches tall and up to 18 inches wide, forming a tight, ground-hugging carpet of the distinctive silvery leaves. The delicate, orchid-like blooms appear in late spring through summer, standing just above the foliage on slender, wiry stems. The pale pink flowers of 'Ballerina' are accented by prominent purple veining, giving them an elegant, almost translucent appearance. Their ruffled, five-petaled form resembles the tutus of ballerina dancers, hence the cultivar name. Like the species, Geranium cinereum 'Ballerina' thrives in well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it a reliable choice for hot, dry gardens and rock gardens. The compact, spreading habit and striking silver foliage of 'Ballerina' make it a standout groundcover or edging plant. Its delicate, ballet-inspired blooms provide a lovely spring-to-summer display. Overall, this cultivar offers exceptional ornamental value for low-maintenance, water-wise gardens.
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Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Wildlife, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Dry, Filler, Full Sun, Good for Cottage Garden, Good for Rain Garden, Low Maintenance, Medium, Most Popular, Non-Allergenic, Normal Soil, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial, Prairie Garden, Rabbit Resistant, Repels Unwanted Insects, Showy Flowers, Tolerant of Poor Soil, Well-Drained Soil
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