ivy geranium (Pelargonium peltatum)

Ivy geranium (Pelargonium peltatum) is a trailing perennial known for its ivy-shaped leaves and clusters of vibrant flowers, ideal for hanging baskets and ground cover.

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Sunlight

High

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-draining potting mix or garden soil

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

High

Prefers full sun, at least 6-8 hours daily for best flowering.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix or garden soil

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Creeper, Herb

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.3-1.0 m

Spread

0.5-1.0 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-dormant

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

3-5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.

Northern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JunPeak fruit · Jul

FloweringFruiting

Southern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JanPeak fruit · Feb

FloweringFruiting

Synonyms

Dibrachya clypeata Eckl. & Zeyh.

Dibrachya peltata (L.) Eckl. & Zeyh.

Dibrachya scutata (Sweet) Eckl. & Zeyh.

Geraniospermum peltatum (L.) Kuntze

Geranium peltatum L.

Pelargonium bachmannii R.Knuth

Pelargonium clypeatum (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Steud.

Pelargonium scutatum Sweet

Taxonomy

kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classMagnoliopsida
orderGeraniales
familyGeraniaceae
genusPelargonium
speciesPelargonium peltatum

Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

Contains pelargonium compounds which are mildly toxic if ingested and can cause dermatitis in sensitive individuals.

Additional Care Tips

Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Water thoroughly until water drains from the pot's base. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage. Reduce watering frequency during winter months when growth slows.

Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back stem tips to promote branching. Remove spent flowers (deadheading) to encourage more blooms. Harder pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.

Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Select healthy stems, cut sections about 10-15 cm long, and remove lower leaves. Insert cuttings into moist potting mix or water, and they should root within a few weeks.

Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally one formulated for geraniums or a general-purpose mix with added perlite.

FAQs

How much sun does an ivy geranium need?

Ivy geraniums thrive in full sun to partial shade. They perform best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, but can tolerate some afternoon shade in very hot climates.

What kind of soil is best for ivy geraniums?

They prefer well-draining soil. A standard potting mix amended with perlite or sand for improved drainage is ideal for container growing.

How often should I water my ivy geranium?

Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

How do I prune ivy geraniums?

Pinch back the tips of young plants to encourage bushier growth. Prune established plants to maintain shape and size, and to remove any dead or leggy stems.

Do ivy geraniums need fertilizer?

Yes, regular feeding will promote abundant blooms. Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

How much sun does an ivy geranium need?

Ivy geraniums prefer full sun to partial shade. In very hot climates, some afternoon shade can be beneficial to prevent leaf scorch.

What kind of soil is best for ivy geraniums?

They thrive in well-draining soil. A good potting mix for containers or a garden soil amended with compost and perlite will provide adequate drainage.

How often should I water my ivy geranium?

Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.

Do ivy geraniums need to be fertilized?

Yes, regular feeding during the growing season (spring through fall) with a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half strength, will promote continuous blooming.

How can I encourage more blooms on my ivy geranium?

Deadheading spent flowers regularly will encourage the plant to produce more blooms. Pruning leggy stems can also promote bushier growth and more flowers.

Care Requirements

Light

High

Prefers full sun, at least 6-8 hours daily for best flowering.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix or garden soil

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Additional Care Tips

FAQs

How much sun does an ivy geranium need?

Ivy geraniums thrive in full sun to partial shade. They perform best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, but can tolerate some afternoon shade in very hot climates.

What kind of soil is best for ivy geraniums?

They prefer well-draining soil. A standard potting mix amended with perlite or sand for improved drainage is ideal for container growing.

How often should I water my ivy geranium?

Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

How do I prune ivy geraniums?

Pinch back the tips of young plants to encourage bushier growth. Prune established plants to maintain shape and size, and to remove any dead or leggy stems.

Do ivy geraniums need fertilizer?

Yes, regular feeding will promote abundant blooms. Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

How much sun does an ivy geranium need?

Ivy geraniums prefer full sun to partial shade. In very hot climates, some afternoon shade can be beneficial to prevent leaf scorch.

What kind of soil is best for ivy geraniums?

They thrive in well-draining soil. A good potting mix for containers or a garden soil amended with compost and perlite will provide adequate drainage.

How often should I water my ivy geranium?

Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.

Do ivy geraniums need to be fertilized?

Yes, regular feeding during the growing season (spring through fall) with a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half strength, will promote continuous blooming.

How can I encourage more blooms on my ivy geranium?

Deadheading spent flowers regularly will encourage the plant to produce more blooms. Pruning leggy stems can also promote bushier growth and more flowers.

ivy geranium (Pelargonium peltatum)

Care Requirements

Plant Overview

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Additional Care Tips

Water

Pruning

Propagation

Repotting

FAQs

How much sun does an ivy geranium need?

What kind of soil is best for ivy geraniums?

How often should I water my ivy geranium?

How do I prune ivy geraniums?

Do ivy geraniums need fertilizer?

How much sun does an ivy geranium need?

What kind of soil is best for ivy geraniums?

How often should I water my ivy geranium?

Do ivy geraniums need to be fertilized?

How can I encourage more blooms on my ivy geranium?

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ivy geranium (Pelargonium peltatum)

Care Requirements

Plant Overview

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Additional Care Tips

Water

Pruning

Propagation

Repotting

FAQs

How much sun does an ivy geranium need?

What kind of soil is best for ivy geraniums?

How often should I water my ivy geranium?

How do I prune ivy geraniums?

Do ivy geraniums need fertilizer?

How much sun does an ivy geranium need?

What kind of soil is best for ivy geraniums?

How often should I water my ivy geranium?

Do ivy geraniums need to be fertilized?

How can I encourage more blooms on my ivy geranium?