Pelargonium peltatum Sophies Choice

Pelargonium peltatum Sophies Choice

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Common Names

Taxonomy

Family GERANIACEAE
Genus Pelargonium
Species peltatum
SA Plant Number
Basionym Pelargonium peltatum Sophies Choice

Description

Pelargonium peltatum ‘Sophies Choice' is a hybrid of the Ivy-Leaved Pelargonium. It is hardy, evergreen and has the typical rambling stems and smooth, fleshy leaves with 5 points. The flowers are a vivid salmon-pink and bloom prolifically for an extended period over spring and summer, with fewer flowers at other times

It is the host plant to the Geranium Blue butterfly.

The rambling, zig-zag stems make it ideal for hanging baskets, cascading over walls or as an edging plant in a bed or even supported as a climber.

Prune to keep in shape.

Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or semi-shade.

Size: up to 30cm

Wildlife

Butterfly Host Plant:

Host Plant to Geranium Bronze butterfly.

Uses

Landscaping:

Cascading habit makes this a good plant for hanging baskets and other containers, retaining walls, patios and balconies.

Distribution

Cultivated hybrid

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