CalienteDeep Red Geranium is a compacttender herbaceousannualwith a lush mounding habit of rounded green foliage with scalloped edges that may have a dark zonal band. Upright flowering stems sporting clusters of lightly fragrant, vibranttrue red flowers bloom non-stopfrom mid spring until frost. Flowers best inpart shadeand rich,well drained soils.The Caliente series has excellent heat, humidity, and drought tolerant.
Type:
Annual
Origins:
Southern Africa x Australia Hybrid
Height:
1′ – 1.5′
Spread:
1,5′ – 2′
Spacing:
1.5′
USDA Hardiness Zone:
10 – 11
Culture:
Full Sun,Part Sun
Bloom Color:
Red
Season of Interest:
Spring,Summer,Fall
MAINTENANCE NEEDS:Low maintenance. Watch for edema, root or stem rots, which is usually a result of overwatering or poorly drained soils. Potential pests include whiteflies and aphids.
LANDSCAPE USES:Accents or Group Plantings, Edging,Tropical Gardens, Indoor plants,and Containers.
