Botanical Name: Pelargonium peltatum
Common Name: Ivy Geranium Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape spreading, trailing plant with succulent glossy leaves Height 12-18" Spread 3-4' Growth Rate mod.-rapid Environment: Exposure outdoor half-shade to full sun Soil prefers a well-drained soil Hardiness some frost (zones 15-17, 22-24) Morphology: Leaves peltate, palmately lobed, somewhat waxy and succulent, sometimes zoned with a reddish stripe Flowers umbels of white, red, pink, lavender or purple flowers Fruit small capsule Propagation: stem cuttings Usage: groundcover on slopes, open areas – excellent hanging basket plant, good in large or small scale plantings Landscape Care: Watering keep fairly dry – doesn't like to be water-logged Fertilizing balanced, 1/2 strength, monthly during growing season Pruning head back frequently to keep dense and bushy Pests/Diseases snails, slugs, spider mites, fungus Special Conditions/Other avoid heavy overhead watering Origin: South Africa Family: Geraniaceae Notes: |
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