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Pelargonium tetragonum
Also Known As
- Square Stack Cranesbill
- Square Stem Pelargonium
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Pelargonium tetragonum plant details
Pelargonium tetragonum is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium tetragonum
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: geraniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, hanging basket, houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium tetragonum
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: seaside / salt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Pelargonium tetragonum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"-12"
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-18"
- sun
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