Pelargonium inquinans (Inquinans Geranium)


Botanical Information

FamilyGeraniaceae
GenusPelargonium
Speciesinquinans
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
OriginNative to South Africa.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7b - 9a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH5 - H1c
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)- 15 to 5
Temperature (°F)5 to 40
Height0.6 - 1 m
Spread0.1 - 0.2 m
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionAn upright, evergreen shrub with soft, broad leaves. Each stem bears a cluster of bright, red flowers.
ShapeUpright and erect.
LandscapeFlower bed, bed borders, single specimen, container, greenhouses.
PropagationPropagate from stems cuttings or seed.
CultivationGrow in sandy or clay loam under full sun. Prefers moist soil that is slightly acidic.
PestsGrey mould, rust, root-rot, as well as aphids, caterpillars, leafhoppers, and vine weevils all pose a threat.
Notable SpecimensChelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.
HabitatGrows in moist environments near the coastline.

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