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Pelargonium ‘Mrs Quilter’ (Zonal Geranium)

Zonal Geranium 'Mrs Quilter', Fancy Leaf Geranium 'Mrs Quilter'

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Pelargonium 'Mrs Quilter', Zonal Geranium 'Mrs Quilter', Fancy Leaf Geranium 'Mrs Quilter', evergreen perennial, evergreen shrub, Pink flowers

Noted for its brilliant foliage, Pelargonium ‘Mrs Quilter’ (Zonal Geranium) is a bushy, evergreen, tender perennial with large, rounded, golden-yellow leaves adorned with striking chestnut patterns. From early summer to frost, clusters of single, salmon-pink flowers are nicely set off by the sumptuous foliage. Combined with their brightly‐hued leaves, the effect is truly breathtaking. A famous heirloom variety dating back to 1880, that is perfect for borders and containers.

  • Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
  • Grows with an upright spreading habit up to 20 in. tall and wide (50 cm).
  • Performs best in full sun or part shade, in fertile, well-drained soils. Water regularly during the growing season. Drought tolerant, once established.
  • Perfect addition to beds and borders or containers.
  • Keep an eye out for vine weevil, leafhoppers, caterpillars, thrips, fungus gnats, and aphids. Foot and root rots may occur in wet soils.
  • Deadhead regularly. Take softwood cuttings in summer and overwinter plants in frost-free conditions or take softwood cuttings in spring.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

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Requirements

Hardiness 9 - 10
Climate Zones 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Geraniaceae
Genus Pelargonium
Common names Zonal Geranium, Geranium
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall
Height 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard
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Pelargonium (Geranium): Plant Care and Growing Guide
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Requirements

Hardiness 9 - 10
Climate Zones 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Geraniaceae
Genus Pelargonium
Common names Zonal Geranium, Geranium
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall
Height 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard
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Do I Need?
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