Pelargonium x hortorum 'Fireworks Cherry'

Zonal Geranium or Geranium

Tips for Homeowners:

Will bloom continuously, especially if old flowers are removed. Water when dry and feed every 2-4 weeks with a high nitrogen fertilizer. 

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The loose clusters of pointed flowers are like fireworks going off and continue throughout the summer.

  • Interesting red star-shaped flowers
  • Robust, branching habit
  • Bright green leaves with dark patch

Ideal for growing in containers, either mixed with other annuals or alone, plus they do very well in gardens as edging.

Height: 11-14 in
Spread: 12-16 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: Red, White

Interesting Notes about Zonal Geranium:

Zonal Geraniums are easy to grow, preferring full to partial sun in soils that are well-drained. They thrive in the heat and will tolerate dry soils and still perform with class and vigor. The flowers are huge and are available in a wide array of colors and color combinations. 


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Container
  • Blooms all Season
  • Great Foliage
  • Summer Bloomer
  • Specimen
  • Border or Bed
  • Long Blooming

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Purple

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Humming-birds

Critter Resistance:

  • Rabbit Resistant
  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Mounding

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water