Pelargonium 'Acapulco'

Also Known As

Pelargonium pelatum hyb. 'Acapulco'
Pelargonium peltatum 'Acapulco'
Acapulco Balcony Geranium
Acapulco Geranium

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 24"
W: 24"

planting zones

9a-10b

Pelargonium 'Acapulco' plant details

Pelargonium 'Acapulco' is a broadleaf evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium 'Acapulco'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 24 IN - wide, 0 - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, houseplant, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium 'Acapulco'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The geranium of European window boxes is now sought after stateside, for it sports many trailing stems and showy cascades of single flowers. The ivy geranium, from which the balcony derives, was introduced into England around 1774. Best in moderate summer heat areas, provide afternoon shade to keep looking great all summer.