The Zonal Geranium (Pelargonium Zonale) is certainly the king uncontested of the balconies and terraces. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with generous growth, capable of giving abundant and prolonged blooms.

It is distinguished by its characteristic roundish and velvety foliage, decorated in the center by a typical darker shade in the shape of "horseshoe" (from which the name Zonale). Its large flowers, a bright and bright red, create a spectacular color contrast with the intense green leaves.

🌸 Flowering

Period: from early spring (March) until the late autumn (end of October).

Flowers: large inflorescences of intense red, very decorative and resistant color.

☀️ Exposure and light

It prefers very bright and well-ventilated positions, tolerating very full sun.

On the most sultry summer days, a slight shading during the central hours avoids dehydration of the foliage.

Excellent resistance to heat and dry climate.

💧 irrigation and care

Water regularly only when the soil is dry to the touch. Always avoid water stagnation in the base.

Dramatically reduce wetting during the winter months.

🌱 Fertilization and land

It requires a light, well drained soil and only moderately fertilized at the beginning.

To stimulate continuous flowering, administer a specific fertilizer for flowering plants (rich in potassium and phosphorus) every 10-14 days starting from spring.

🌡️ Temperature and resistance

It is among the most robust geranium varieties: it bears high summer temperatures.

Tolerate short periods of cold, but it is advisable to repair it if the temperatures fall below 0 ° C.

✂️ Pruning / maintenance board

Regularly remove withered flowers and dried leaves to stimulate the birth of new buds and prevent fungal pathologies.