Perennials

Geranium 'Blushing Turtle'

Blushing Turtle hardy geranium

Also known as: Geranium sanguineum 'Blushing Turtle' (supplier usage)

Geranium 'Blushing Turtle'. cultivar photograph

Orchid-pink flowers with darker veins cover a slowly spreading mound of deeply lobed foliage. The main flush arrives in late spring, with lighter rebloom possible into fall. Allow room for a spreading mound.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 18–24 in. tall × 24–36 in. wide
Water: Moderate; well drained
Hardiness: USDA zones 5–8
Bloom: Orchid pink; late spring–fall, with lighter summer rebloom.

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Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Some tolerance once established.
Wet soil: Avoid waterlogged soil.
Deer & rabbits: Resistant, not browse-proof.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies

Growing & care

Pruning: Trim after the main bloom if foliage looks tired or flowering pauses.

Sources & photo credits

Missouri Botanical Garden

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Royal Horticultural Society

Photo: Alex van Essen · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Geranium 'Blushing Turtle'. cultivar photograph; uncropped.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.