Geranium 'Pink Penny'
Rozanne Cranesbil
Description
This vibrant and pest resistant marvel puts on a show from Summer to Fall. For months this low growing mounded plant covers itself in countless magenta blooms with dark maroon veins running up each delicate petal. Its flowers are a vivid hot pink and eye-catching while its deep green foliage is attractive all on its own. 'Pink Penny' isn't bothered by rabbits and can stand a wide range of soil qualities.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
Under 1', 1-3'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.