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Common name: "Ivy Geranium"
Latin name:
Pelagorium peltatum 'Colorcade Dark Lavender'

Ivy Geranium Colorcade Dark Lavender
Class: Annual
Growth habit:
Sprawling or trailing 

Max height:
10" - 12"
Spread: 12" - 36"

Flowers: Late spring - Summer
Available cultivars: 12
Origin: Hybrid
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured: 'Colorcade Dark Lavender'
Cultivation: Ivy Geraniums are generally grown in containers. They are ideal for large hanging baskets... or planted on the edge of mixed containers. Plant in full sun to partial shade in fertile well drained soil. Space plants 14" to 18" apart. "Ivy Geraniums will perform best if grown in an area with midday shade. Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Allow the soil to dry to the touch between waterings.

The brightly colored flowers of Ivy Geranium's are excellent for attracting hummingbirds.

Available colors: Burgundy Ice, Burgundy Improved, Cherry Red, Coral Pink, Dark Lavender, Deep Pink, Lavender, Lilac, Pink, Purple, Red and White.

Potential pests ~ diseases:
Rare.

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