Small-flower Crane's-bill
Geranium pusillum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
NC
Pollinators
bees, beetles
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Small-flower crane's-bill is a low-growing annual wildflower with delicate pink or white flowers and deeply divided leaves. It forms compact mounds that bloom continuously from late spring through fall, making it useful as a ground cover or filler plant in shaded areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Small-flower Crane's-bill 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.
- Very small flowers can appear weedy
- Annual habit creates gaps when plants die
- Low growth habit may look unkempt in formal settings
Wildlife value
This plant attracts small native bees and beetles with its modest but numerous flowers throughout the growing season.
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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