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Dark Red Pelargonium

Pelargonium interspecific

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Overview

The Pelargonium interspecific 'Dark Red' is a mounded geranium with deep red flower clusters above clean green foliage, blooming from planting until frost. It grows 10-12 inches tall and spreads 12-20 inches, making a full, compact filler. Best in part sun to full sun, average well-drained soil, and regular water, it benefits from deadheading and steady feeding in containers. Hardy in USDA Zones 9-11.

Water Medium
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — blooming from planting until frost

Culture

Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
0.8333333–1 Ft.
Mature width
1–1.6666666 Ft.

Classification

Family
Geraniaceae

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Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — While grown as an annual in most climates
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — Dark Red Geranium is a versatile filler for porch pots
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — average well-drained soil
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — It grows 10-12 inches tall and spreads 12-20 inches, making a full, compact filler
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — Part of the Proven Winners® lineup
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — Best in part sun to full sun
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — Best in part sun to full sun; with brighter light encouraging denser growth and more abundant bloom
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — Pair it with silver foliage
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — average well-drained soil; dark Red Geranium is a versatile filler for porch pots
Dark Red Pelargonium (Pelargonium interspecific) — commonly referred to as Dark Red Geranium

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