Pelargonium hortorum

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Information by: Photographer: Steve Mullany/AS/MJC

Description

Pelargonium hortorum is a shrubbby succulent perennial stemmed to 3 ft. or more. Round or kidney shaped leaves are velvety and hairy, soft to the touch, aromatic, with edges indistinctly lobed and scallop toothed. Single and double flowers are flatter and smaller than those of Pelargonium domesticum variety, but clusters bear more blossoms.

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Orange, Pink, Red, Violet, White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Indoor, Patio

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers