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St. Elmo's Fire

Pelargonium 'St. Elmo's Fire'

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Overview

The Pelargonium 'St. Elmo’s Fire' is a vibrant perennial showcasing fiery red-orange blooms accented with darker reddish markings. This robust plant reaches up to 18 inches in height and 12 inches wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade. Appreciated for its extended blooming period and low maintenance, it's an excellent choice for adding a pop of color to borders or containers. Hardy and drought-resistant, it's a striking addition to any garden.

Sun HalfWater LowZones 9–11Type Perennial
St. Elmo's Fire (Pelargonium 'St. Elmo's Fire') — Elmo‚Äôs Fire' is a vibrant perennial showcasing fiery red-orange blooms accented with darker reddish markings
St. Elmo's Fire (Pelargonium 'St. Elmo's Fire') — This robust plant reaches up to 18 inches in height and 12 inches wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Geraniaceae

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St. Elmo's Fire (Pelargonium 'St. Elmo's Fire') — Elmo‚Äôs Fire' is a vibrant perennial showcasing fiery red-orange blooms accented with darker reddish markings
St. Elmo's Fire (Pelargonium 'St. Elmo's Fire') — This robust plant reaches up to 18 inches in height and 12 inches wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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