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Pelargonium × hortorum, commonly called zonal geranium, or garden geranium, is a nothospecies of Pelargonium most commonly used as an ornamental plant. It is a hybrid between Pelargonium zonale and Pelargonium inquinans. They are the group of Pelargonium cultivars, with leaves marked with a brown annular zone and inflorescence in the form of large balls of tight flowers, usually red, pink, or white. These are the most common geraniums of garden centers and florists, sold in pots for windowsills and balconies or planted in flowerbeds.
CARE GUIDE
How to keep Pelargonium Ux Hortorum.
Humidity
This plant will thrive in moderate humidity, which is probably the level in your home. However, misting it a few times a week can be very beneficial. Make sure the room has good ventilation.
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
- Genus
- Pelargonium
- Family
- Geraniaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS
Other names.
en Zonal geranium en Bedding geranium en Fish geranium en Horseshoe geranium en House geranium en Zonal pelargonium en White Variegated Geranium en Pelargonium x hortorum
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