Pelargonium Rainbow Neon Purple

Pelargonium Rainbow Neon Purple is part of an exceptional series of ivy geraniums, which are particularly vigorous and floriferous. They bear large single flowers in vibrant colours. It is as easy as it is incredibly generous, and will work wonders in flower boxes, balcony planters, and hanging baskets. Its flexible stems are adorned with glossy leaves. They bear large bouquets of single flowers, in a bright fuchsia-pink. They bloom endlessly from spring until the first frosts, transforming the plant into a superb flowering cascade.

This geranium comes from Pelargonium x peltatum, also known as P. x hederaefolium or ivy geranium. It is a tender perennial plant from the Geraniaceae family. It is of horticultural origin. Its ancestors originate from South Africa. This hybrid is characterised by a rather trailing but bushy habit, and long branching stems. They are adorned with glossy leaves, divided into pointed lobes, which theoretically persist in winter if the plant is kept frost-free. Not very hardy (-4°C (24.8°F) approximately), it is often grown as an annual.

In just a few weeks, this vigorous variety forms a semi-trailing bushy clump measuring approximately 40cm (16in) in height and 50 to 60cm (20 to 24in) in diameter. Its circular leaves are leathery and palmate, with pointed lobes. Their glossy colour changes from light green when they emerge to a rich green with brown markings at the centre. The long and abundant flowering renews from April-May until the first frost, with a peak in July-August. The single flowers are round and fully open, gathered in large clusters.

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. 

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.