🌺 Red Zonal Geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum) – Vibrant, Long-Blooming Favorite
Description
Make a bold statement in your garden, patio, or balcony with the Red Zonal Geranium, a classic flowering plant celebrated for its rich, deep red blooms and lush green foliage. Producing large, lightly-scented flower clusters from late spring to early fall, this versatile annual (perennial in warm climates) is equally at home in garden beds, borders, containers, and window boxes.
Its vibrant blooms are not just beautiful—they’re also long-lasting and perfect for cutting, adding a pop of color to indoor arrangements. With its easy-care nature and extended flowering season, the Zonal Geranium is a must-have for any flower lover.
USDA Growing Zones
Growing Tips
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Light: Full sun for best blooming; tolerates partial shade.
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Water: Water deeply when the top inch of soil is dry; avoid waterlogged conditions.
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Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
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Temperature: Ideal range is 65–75°F; protect from frost.
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Fertilizer: Feed every 4–6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
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Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Pinch back stems for bushier growth.
Why You’ll Love Zonal Geraniums
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Striking deep red blooms from spring through fall
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Excellent cut flowers for fresh arrangements
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Adaptable to garden beds, pots, and hanging baskets
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Easy-care and heat-tolerant
What to Expect When Ordering Live Plants
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Plants are professionally packaged to ensure safe arrival.
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Some natural settling of soil or minor leaf blemishes may occur during transit—this will not affect plant health.
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Depending on the season, plants may arrive budding, blooming, or between bloom cycles—each stage is healthy and ready to thrive.