Pelargonium peltatum Ruby
Pelargonium peltatum Ruby
Pelargonium peltatum Ruby
I ordered several of them and received them with only one leaf! Needless to say, I will have to wait. On top of that, I already have 4 that have died! And it's not because of the journey, as I bought other plants from different websites and they are in perfect condition!
Leo, 24/04/2020
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Description
Pelargonium 'Ruby' stands out with its abundance of large clusters of small, semi-double, dark red flowers. This medium-sized plant displays green foliage. Its semi-trailing habit is ideal for flowering pots and borders. It is easy to grow and requires little maintenance. It flowers moderately early, from June to October.
Ivy geraniums are derived, among others, from Pelargonium peltatum, a plant in the Geraniaceae family native to the coastal region of the Cape Province in South Africa. This species forms creeping or spreading stems, with foliage resembling that of ivy. The hybrids we know as ivy geraniums have the same semi-trailing habit and increased floribundity. The 'Ruby' variety shows a rapid growth rate and healthy vegetation, forming a round and trailing clump, 50cm (20in) in height and 50 to 60cm (20 to 24in) in diameter. It is composed of numerous flexible stems adorned with bright green and shiny foliage, with five pointed lobes, whose leaves are peltate and circular. They are discreetly marked with a light brown area, and are somewhat fleshy and aromatic. The semi-double flowers are grouped in large terminal clusters, 5 to 7cm (2 to 3in) in diameter.
Ivy geraniums are generous and undemanding plants, ideal for pots or flower beds in front of the house. They will decorate the garden for much of the year. They cascade from hanging baskets and balconies. Their flowers create round and colourful masses that blend together or highlight other plants, whether trailing like the black or purple-leaved morning glories (Ipomoea Illusion Midnight Lace, Ipomoea Sweet Heart 'Purple') or upright like zonal geraniums, petunias, gauras, or fuchsias. The deep red of 'Ruby' beautifully enhances floral compositions, whether used alone or combined with a white or pale pink variety like P. 'France Roche', for example.
Please be aware that our young plug plants are professional products intended for experienced gardeners. Upon receipt, repot and store them under cover (veranda, greenhouse, cold frame) at a temperature above 14°C (57.2°F) for a few weeks before planting them outdoors, once the risk of frost has definitely passed.
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Botanical data
Pelargonium
peltatum
Ruby
Geraniaceae
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
You can plant your ivy geraniums in the ground or in a pot. If you want to plant them in the ground, wait until the last heavy frosts have passed. In the meantime, you can pre-cultivate them in a pot in a warm and bright place to accelerate their growth.
Geraniums will flower from June to October. Plant them in a sunny or semi-shady location, sheltered from the wind. They need light, humus-rich, well-draining soil. Do not water them too much at the beginning of the growing season as they are sensitive to excess moisture. They tolerate drought well, but will need regular watering during hot summer weather. Geraniums are sensitive to frost (minimum -2°C (28.4°F)).
These floriferous and fast-growing plants are hungry. We recommend feeding them with a liquid geranium fertiliser once or twice a week during the growing season.
Remove faded flowers and dry leaves as they appear to keep them looking beautiful and extend the flowering period.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.