Species Pelargonium. Rare in cultivation. This variety has long narrow petals with deeper veins. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to October. Full sun. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Pelargonium acetosum
Rare in cultivation. This variety has long narrow petals with deeper veins.
Additional information
| Generic | Pelargonium |
|---|---|
| Species | acetosum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Species Pelargonium |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Dead head after flowering, Lift and store frost free |
| Border | Pot, Conservatory plant, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Earwigs, Rusts, Botrytis |
| Maintenance | Dead heading |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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