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Pelargonium: varieties
Pelargonium, aka geranium, is very popular with flower growers. This plant has an unpretentious character, as well as an attractive appearance and long flowering. Many varieties of pelargonium have been bred, which can be grown both in the open field and at home. Moreover, they all differ in the shape and color of the buds, as well as the height of the shrub.
Description of varieties of pelargonium
For growing at home, in most cases, zonal pelargonium is used. This species is distinguished by a straight, strong stem and a lush crown. In addition, such a geranium pleases for a long time with a flowering period and a pleasant strong aroma.
Ampel varieties of pelargonium are often used to decorate balconies and loggias
There are a lot of subspecies and varieties of zonal pelargonium. But the following are especially popular:
- Pat Hannam. The buds of the variety resemble carnations. Color from light pink to deep purple.
- Graffiti Violet. A carnation variety with vibrant lilac flowers.
- Happy Thought. A plant with bright green leaves with a yellow spot in the center. The buds are regular and red in color.
- Peppermint Star. Variety with star-shaped leaves and buds. Flower petals are bicolor. Closer to the center, they are painted in a pale pink shade, at the ends are bright crimson.
- Fascination. Cactus variety. The petals of the buds are long, nail-like, painted in carmine color.
- Moulin Rouge. The variety is distinguished by large spherical buds, consisting of many small five-petal inflorescences, painted in bright red shades.
These varieties can be grown both at home and outdoors. At the same time, caring for plants will not cause much trouble.
The name of the varieties of unusual pelargonium
Breeders have bred many unusual varieties of geraniums. If you want to grow a flower of the original shape, then pay attention to the following varieties:
- Ann Hoystead. Royal variety. The bush reaches 40 cm in height. Double flowers, dark red, up to 16 cm in diameter.
- Amethyst. Ampel grade. Terry buds, can be lilac, crimson and purple shades.
- Eskay Verglo. An angelic variety whose buds resemble pansies. The upper petals are burgundy, the lower ones are pink with a white edging.
- Copthorne. The bush belongs to the unique species. It reaches a height of 0,5 meters. Inflorescence petals are pale pink with a purple center.
- Deakon Birthday. A dwarf variety characterized by long flowering and numerous buds. The color of the petals is creamy pink with a bright red center.
There are a lot of varieties of pelargonium. But they all have one main similarity – unpretentious character. Therefore, a novice florist can also grow any variety.