Pelargonium 'Patriot Red'
Patriot Red Geranium
Description
Pelargonium X hortorum is a shrubby, succulent annual stemmed to 3' or more. Round or kidney-shaped leaves are velvety and hairy, soft to the touch, aromatic, with edges distinctly lobed and scalloped toothed. Single and double flowers are flatter and smaller than those of Pelargonium domesticum variety, but clusters bear more blossoms. Patriot Red is a brilliant red bloomer.
Plant Type
Annual
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Red, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
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