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Also Known As

  • Colocho Scented Geranium

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

3.5" | $17

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Pelargonium 'Colocho' plant details

Pelargonium 'Colocho' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium 'Colocho'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, rare, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium 'Colocho'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

RARE unique, rose scented Pelargonium with seriously twisted leaves that form tight, topiary-like, round clumps around the upright stems 6-12” tall. Lt pink flowers resemble small ribbons. Give this a pretty pot or a special garden spot all its own as more vigorous plants tend to bully ‘ Colocho’ . Sun to part shade, well-drained soil and regular moisture; deer resistant. As soon as I saw this, I knew it had to be in my collection!!

Gardening facts about Pelargonium 'Colocho' plant

How to Grow Pelargonium 'Colocho'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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