Pelargonium sidoides (African Geranium)
African Geranium, Kalwerbossie Geranium, Pelargonium sidifolium
Visually appealing even when not in flower, award-winning Pelargonium sidoides (African Geranium) is an evergreen, tender perennial forming a compact rosette of heart-shaped, velvety, silver-gray leaves edged in exquisite scallops. Blooming from early summer to frost, small, butterfly-shaped, crimson-black flowers are produced atop wiry stems, well above the fragrant foliage. This delicate Pelargonium blooms year-round in mild climates. Perfect for rockeries, this is also an excellent container plant.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
- Grows up to 10-12 in. tall and wide (20-30 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in moderately fertile, neutral, well-drained soils. In hot climates, provide afternoon shade. Irrigate regularly to occasionally spring through summer. Drought tolerant, once established.
- Perfect addition to beds and borders, cottage gardens, city gardens, Mediterranean gardens or containers.
- Virtually disease free. Watch for aphids.
- Deadhead and remove yellowing leaves. Propagate by cuttings in spring and summer.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to South Africa
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Pelargonium - Geranium |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Pelargonium - Geranium |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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