Pelargonium Crystal Palace Gem
Pelargonium Crystal Palace Gem
Pelargonium x hortorum Fantaisy Crystal Palace Gem
Zonal geranium, Garden geranium
I am a little disappointed with this plant, of which I am attaching a photo. It was delivered well packaged and in good condition, and it is thriving on my east-facing balcony in Paris with no shade until late morning. As you can see in the photo I wish to add (if the technical means allow! ????), it is doing well. However, the leaves are not at all two-tone or variegated, as described by Promesse de fleurs. They are a beautiful chartreuse colour that contrasts with the red flowers, but it's not what I was hoping for. I'm not sure if this is due to the orientation of my balcony, which is sunny, or the Parisian climate. Either way, I am a little disappointed. It seems impossible to upload the photo. What a shame!
RJF, 31/05/2023
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Description
Pelargonium 'Crystal Palace Gem' is a very old variety of zonal geranium. It is still highly regarded for its striking salmon-red flowers, which stand out beautifully against variegated foliage of chartreuse green and medium green. Blooming from spring to autumn, it forms 60cm (24in) tall bushes that are full of health. A reliable choice, ideal for small gardens, hanging baskets, and planters.
Zonal pelargoniums are perennial hybrids from the geranium family, gathered in a large group known as Pelargonium x hortorum. They are mostly derived from P. inquinans, native to the southeastern tip of Africa, with contributions from P. zonale and P. frutetorum. 'Crystal Palace Gem' was obtained in 1869 and has since enjoyed enduring success. It forms a bushy clump with a fairly rounded habit and vigorous growth. It reaches a minimum size of 60cm (24in) in all directions. It blooms from spring to autumn, producing consistently showy, slightly fragrant, medium-sized single flowers in small clusters. They do not turn pink as they age, contrasting nicely with the variegated medium green foliage bordered in yellow-green. Its sturdy and succulent stems bear circular, undulate, villous, dentate leaves with a thick texture. The foliage is very healthy.
Once reserved for balconies and patios, zonal pelargoniums are now making a noticeable entrance into sunny flower beds and borders. Plant them en masse to create a lasting and vibrant display throughout summer. These plants tolerate drought quite well, making them perfect companions for garden verbenas, blue lobelias, and black or purple-foliaged ipomoeas (Ipomoea Illusion Midnight Lace, Ipomoea Sweet Heart 'Purple'). Create beautiful pots and hanging baskets by combining them with bright pink or red varieties, Million Bells, variegated periwinkles, Dichondra 'Silver Falls', violets, and calibrachoas.
Pelargonium Crystal Palace Gem in pictures
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Botanical data
Pelargonium
x hortorum
Fantaisy Crystal Palace Gem
Geraniaceae
Zonal geranium, Garden geranium
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Zonal geraniums thrive in fertile, well-drained, neutral to alkaline, well-loosened soils. They prefer full sun. Geraniums are hungry plants that require regular applications of fertiliser to give their best.
You can plant pelargoniums as early as March-April in mild climate regions, but they will need to be brought indoors in case of frost. To avoid any danger, wait until the risk of frost has passed before placing them outside. When planting in pots or containers, use special geranium compost.
In the garden, wait until the end of April, or even mid-May, to plant them in the ground. Add a special geranium growing support to your soil.
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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.