Pelargonium x hortorum 'Designer Scarlet Red'
Pelargonium Hortorum
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Pelargonium Hortorum (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Designer Scarlet Red') - Description
The ultimate geranium for garden beds, with big, bright flowers and crisp, medium green foliage. They do well in large containers, too!
Pelargonium Hortorum (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Designer Scarlet Red') - Blooming
Blooms when the weather gets warm.
Pelargonium Hortorum (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Designer Scarlet Red') - 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.
Pelargonium Hortorum (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Designer Scarlet Red') - 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.
Pelargonium Hortorum (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Designer Scarlet Red') - Pest
Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites.
Pelargonium Hortorum (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Designer Scarlet Red') - 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.
Pelargonium Hortorum (Pelargonium x hortorum 'Designer Scarlet Red') - Soil and irrigation
Requires good, fast-draining soil.
