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Pelargonium [carmine red]
Also Known As
- Pelargonium 'Carmine Red'
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 9b-12
Pelargonium [carmine red] plant details
Pelargonium [carmine red] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium [carmine red]
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: geraniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium [carmine red]
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and snail / slug
- Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
Garden photo gallery of Pelargonium [carmine red]
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Gardening facts about Pelargonium [carmine red] plant
How to Grow Pelargonium [carmine red]
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
Flower Season
- winter
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 24"
Width: 18"
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 18"-30"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun
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