Geranium himalayense, commonly known as Himalayan Crane’s-Bill, is a deciduous perennial herb native to the alpine zones and meadows of the Himalayas, as well as temperate regions of Central Asia. It typically grows to a height of 0.8-2 feet (0.2-0.6 meters) and a width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters), with a mounding habit that can create a lush ground cover. The plant is characterized by deeply lobed leaves and bears showy flowers that are most commonly blue or purple, with some varieties offering white blooms. These flowers appear in early to mid-summer and can be quite eye-catching.

Himalayan Crane’s-Bill is valued for its vibrant summer flowers and its ability to fill in garden spaces as a ground cover. It is often used in rock gardens, borders, and cottage gardens. This geranium prefers consistently moist soil but is relatively drought-tolerant once established. It thrives in full sun to part shade and requires well-drained soil. While generally easy to maintain, it can suffer from issues such as rust or leaf spot diseases. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage a second bloom. It is also known for its ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies to the garden.CC BY-SA 4.0