Pelargonium sidoides (african geranium)


Botanical Information

FamilyGeraniaceae
GenusPelargonium
Speciessidoides
CategoryPerennials
TypeShrub (evergreen), Vine
OriginNative to southern Africa.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone>9a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)5 - 10
Temperature (°F)40 - 50
Height0.1 - 0.5 m
Spread0.1 - 0.5 m
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September, October

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionP. sidoides has red, delicate, mildly scented flowers hanging from compact rosettes of silvery foliage.
ShapeBushy.
LandscapeGroup or mass in beds and borders. Edging along walks or paths. Containers, hanging baskets or window boxes.
PropagationUsually by stem cuttings but also via seed.
CultivationGrow in average to organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Water regularly throughout growing season. Best in full sun, but appreciates some light shade in the heat of the day.
Notable SpecimensStourhead Garden, Mere, Wiltshire, England.

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