Pelargonium x 'Big Red Hybrid'
Big Red Hybrid Geranium
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Big Red Hybrid Geranium (Pelargonium x 'Big Red Hybrid') - Description
Bright, bold 5" flower heads are twice the size of other hybrid geraniums grown from seed. Removing old flowers encourages more bloom. Space 12-15" apart in beds and borders or 8" apart in containers. Height 15". Grow as an annual, and plant in full sun for best results
Big Red Hybrid Geranium (Pelargonium x 'Big Red Hybrid') - Blooming
Blooms when the weather gets warm.
Big Red Hybrid Geranium (Pelargonium x 'Big Red Hybrid') - 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.
Big Red Hybrid Geranium (Pelargonium x 'Big Red Hybrid') - 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.
Big Red Hybrid Geranium (Pelargonium x 'Big Red Hybrid') - Pest
Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites.
Big Red Hybrid Geranium (Pelargonium x 'Big Red Hybrid') - 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.
Big Red Hybrid Geranium (Pelargonium x 'Big Red Hybrid') - Soil and irrigation
Requires good, fast-draining soil.
