Pelargonium Wilhelm Langguth

Pelargonium 'Wilhelm Langguth' is a variety of zonal geranium with decorative foliage and a well-branched upright habit. It bears round heads of bright red flowers on sturdy stems, against beautiful variegated foliage of soft grey-green and white, which is attractive all year round. It blooms from spring to autumn, forming vibrant and healthy bushes. It can be grown as a standalone plant to capture its beauty or mixed with other varieties. Its flowers are particularly beautiful in bouquets.

Zonal pelargoniums are perennial hybrids of the Geraniaceae family, 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. 'Wilhelm Langguth' is part of a series of hybrids with decorative foliage that has gained renewed interest in recent years. It forms a bushy clump with a very upright habit and vigorous growth, reaching a height of 60cm (24in) and a diameter of 40cm (16in). It flowers from spring to autumn, producing consistently bright, single, slightly fragrant flowers in round clusters. The flowers are a light, scarlet red, contrasting perfectly with velvety, soft grey-green leaves marked with a darker central zone and bordered with cream-white. Its sturdy and succulent stems bear almost perfect circular leaves, with slightly toothed edges and a thick texture. The foliage is very healthy.

Once reserved for balconies and patios, pelargoniums have made a notable entrance into sunny flower beds and borders. Plant them en masse to create a lasting and cheerful display throughout summer. These plants tolerate drought fairly well, making them suitable companions for garden verbenas, blue lobelias, and black or purple-leaved morning glories (Ipomoea Illusion Midnight Lace, Ipomoea Sweet Heart 'Purple'). Create magnificent containers and hanging baskets by combining them with vibrant pink or red varieties, Million Bells, variegated periwinkles, Dichondra 'Silver Falls', violets, and calibrachoas.

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.