Species Canary Island geranium
baby pink flowers with dark pink, sta-like stigmas and hairy green stems

Canary Island geranium

Geranium palmatum

The Canary Island Geranium, or Geranium palmatum, is truly a sight to behold. With its intricate foliage and bright flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white, it's like a garden centerpiece. These plants can reach up to five feet in height, plus have particularly long flowering seasons that span from spring to autumn. They prefer full sun to partial shade, meaning they will thrive in any environment. Furthermore, these evergreen plants are incredibly low-maintenance, requiring minimal pruning and watering needs. Featuring robust stems and a profusion of scented blooms, the Canary Island Geranium is a delightful addition to any garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

8 - 10

Flowers:

Pale pink with magenta eye Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

bronze,green,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

It is important to water your Canary Island geranium regularly in order to keep it looking its best. Water your plant thoroughly about once a week, keeping the soil moist but not soggy. If the plant is in a container or shallow pot, water more frequently as the soil will dry out quickly. During periods of extreme heat, you may need to increase the watering frequency slightly. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings, but not completely. Check the soil regularly and if it feels dry down to about an inch below the surface of the soil, it’s time to water.

sunlight

The Canary Island Geranium (Geranium palmatum) is a native plant and does best in full sun. It needs around 6-8 hours of direct sunlight, ideally in the early morning, during the day from early spring to late fall. It also requires bright but indirect light during the winter months. This plant grows best when temperatures are between 60 and 85 F (15-29 C). Shade during the hottest parts of the day is important, particularly during the summer months, to prevent foliage scorch.

pruning

Canary Island geranium, also known as Geranium palmatum, should be pruned at least once a year. Pruning should be done in late spring, after the flowering season has ended and new growth has begun. When pruning, aim to remove any old, dead, weak, or damaged branches. To help ensure the plants’ longevity, shape the Canary Island geranium to form a bushy plant with an ascending framework. Avoid pruning too far from the main stem, as stems emerging from close to the base are more likely to produce more shoots and flowers. If necessary, reduce the height of the plants and open up the centre to aid air circulation.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Canary Island geranium typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Canary Island geranium typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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