Pelargonium zonale

Pelargonium zonale is an upright or scrambling shrub, normally growing to about 1 m (3 ft) in height. Its stems are succulent, hairy when young and becoming woody with age. The leaves often have a narrow, dark, zigzag "zone" of pigmentation, giving rise to both the scientific and common names. The flowers are borne in an umbel; individual flowers are markedly zygomorphic. The petals are narrow and a bright, deep pink, with reddish lines along the petals' length. Leaves are reniform and petiolate with an average diameter of 5 to 8 cm.

3-6 hours of sun per day, with protection from intense mid-day sun

Water moderately, allowing the top 3cm to dry out between watering.

Pelargonium Zonale

Pelargonium zonale

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