Pelargonium x peltatum 'Summer Showers Fuchsia'

Ivy Geranium

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Common Name: 

Ivy Geranium

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green Variegated

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

45 cm

Maximum width: 

150 cm

Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium x peltatum 'Summer Showers Fuchsia') - Description

Great choice for window boxes, it has excellent branching which results in a great show of color. 'Summer Showers' is unique as it can actually be started from seed. These bright fuchsia colored hybrids are quite tolerant of heat and take the best qualities of its parents. So expect heavy flowering, great branching, and of course exceptional trailing abilities that make this such a great border plant or for containers.

Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium x peltatum 'Summer Showers Fuchsia') - Blooming

Blooms when the weather gets warm.

Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium x peltatum 'Summer Showers Fuchsia') - 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.

Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium x peltatum 'Summer Showers Fuchsia') - 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.

Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium x peltatum 'Summer Showers Fuchsia') - Pest

Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites.

Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium x peltatum 'Summer Showers Fuchsia') - 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.

Ivy Geranium (Pelargonium x peltatum 'Summer Showers Fuchsia') - Soil and irrigation

Requires good, fast-draining soil.

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