Pelargonium x 'Caliente Lavender'

Geraniums

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Common Name:

Geraniums

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Blue

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

45 cm

Maximum width:

45 cm

Geraniums (Pelargonium x 'Caliente Lavender') - Description

Pelargonium 'Geranium Caliente Lavender' is a nice cross between Ivy and Zonal Geraniums (Pelargonium). The beautiful magenta / pink blooms and nice mounding and branching habit make this a great choice for most gardens. This is great container plant that doesn't fear getting lots of sunlight. If this plant is out of its hardy zone of 9 to 11, it can still be grown as an annual quite nicely in colder regions.

Geraniums (Pelargonium x 'Caliente Lavender') - Blooming

Blooms when the weather gets warm.

Geraniums (Pelargonium x 'Caliente Lavender') - Growth

Pelargoniums perform best in climates that have hot, dry days and cool nights, similar to that of western South Africa. There are many species which result in varied plant needs. Can be grown outdoors year round in climates that have mild winters.

Geraniums (Pelargonium x 'Caliente Lavender') - Planting

Sow seeds from late winter to early spring when average temperatures rise above 70F. Stem cuttings can be taken in spring, late summer or early fall.

Geraniums (Pelargonium x 'Caliente Lavender') - Pest

Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites.

Geraniums (Pelargonium x 'Caliente Lavender') - Interesting facts

Plants in the genus Pelargonium are often times mistaken as members of the genus Geranium. Plants in Pelargonium do have the common name of Geranium, but from a botanical standpoint they are not true Geraniums. Pelargoniums are mostly native to South Africa, while true Geraniums are native to the Northern Hemisphere. Pelargoniums have woody bases and are all perennials, whereas true Geraniums are not all woody-based and include both annuals and perennials.