Pelargonium peltatum
Ivy Geranium
Description
Clouds of single flowers are produced from spring through fall on this plant, which should be planted in areas that receive part sun.
Plant Type
Annual
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Lavender, Red, White
Flower Season
Spring, Constant
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.