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Ivy Geranium

Pelargonium Peltatum

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Overview

Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium peltatum) is an evergreen perennial, treasured for its cascading habit and glossy, ivy-shaped leaves. Profuse bloomers, they produce clusters of vibrant flowers in red, pink, lavender, or white. Thriving in full to part sun, they reach 12-24 inches in width and 12-18 inches in height. Ideal for hanging baskets and window boxes, they require well-drained soil and moderate watering, ensuring dryness between watering sessions. Resistant to deer.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 10–10Climate Subtropical
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Profuse bloomers, they produce clusters of vibrant flowers in red, pink, lavender, or white
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium peltatum) is an evergreen perennialIvy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — treasured for its cascading habit and glossyIvy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Ideal for hanging baskets and window boxesIvy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Profuse bloomers, they produce clusters of vibrant flowers in red, pink, lavender, or whiteIvy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — this variety is favored for its ivy-like leaves and clusters of brightly colored flowersIvy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — is a prolific and robust perennial plant treasured for its cascading growth and floriferous display+93

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Climate
Subtropical

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Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Thriving in full to part sun, they reach 12-24 inches in width and 12-18 inches in height
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium peltatum) is an evergreen perennial
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — treasured for its cascading habit and glossy
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Ideal for hanging baskets and window boxes
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Profuse bloomers, they produce clusters of vibrant flowers in red, pink, lavender, or white
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — this variety is favored for its ivy-like leaves and clusters of brightly colored flowers
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — is a prolific and robust perennial plant treasured for its cascading growth and floriferous display
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Originating from the southern regions of Africa
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — lending a spill of vibrant foliage and blossoms that enhance the aesthetics of any landscape design
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — ensuring dryness between watering sessions
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — scientifically known as Pelargonium peltatum
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — they require well-drained soil and moderate watering
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — However, they're popularly grown as annuals in cooler climates
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — trailing up to 3 feet in length
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — they thrive best in zones 10 through 11
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Ideally utilized for vertical interest or as natural drapery over retaining walls and garden edges
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Provide these gems with well-draining soil and bright
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — characterized by a waxy texture and a heart-shaped
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — partial sunlight to optimize their growth and flowering potential - typically from late spring through fall
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — water-soluble fertilizer during the growing season will keep them in peak condition
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — ensuring your landscape remains a picture of health and vibrancy
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — ensuring a continuous show of color.<br><br>For the garden enthusiast
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Regular watering is essential, but beware of overwatering, as it may lead to root rot
Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium Peltatum) — Deadheading spent flowers encourages successive blooming