Carolina Geranium
Geranium carolinianum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 43 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Carolina geranium is a small annual wildflower with delicate pink to purple blooms and deeply divided leaves. This low-growing native produces clusters of five-petaled flowers from late spring through summer before completing its cycle.
In an HOA neighborhood
Carolina Geranium takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Looks weedy and unstructured
- Dies back completely as annual
- Small flowers may appear insignificant
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract native bees and beetles during its blooming period. As an annual, it provides seasonal nectar resources for pollinators.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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