COMMON NAME(S)
Ivy Geranium or Trailing Geranium
BOTANICAL NAME
Pelargonium peltatum
FLOWERING SEASON-
Perennial that can be grown
as an annual
Throughout summer to early
autumn.
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS
Full sun to partial shade.
SOIL CONDITIONS
Humus enriched, well draining
soil  
pH
7.0 - 7.5 pH
MOISTURE
Even moisture, but don't over
water. Water when soil dries out.
 PLANT HEIGHT
Can grow between 1 to 2 1/2 feet
tall.            
PLANT SPACING
Space about 12 -  15 inches apart.
   
FLOWER COLOR
Pink, Red, White
PROPAGATION
seed, bedding plants when
available, cuttings
USES
flower beds, containers, borders,
edgings, hanging baskets,
window boxes
PLANTING INFORMATION
AND FACTS
When watering plant avoid getting
foliage wet. Thrives in climates in
with cool evenings. Deadheading
prolongs blooming. Flowers are
fragrant.
Keep it growing.
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