Pelargonium 'Prince of Orange' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Horseshoe geranium 'Astra' (Pelargonium zonale) is a popular, easy-care plant for the balcony that produces countless red, pink, salmon pink, white, pink, yellow, orange or bicoloured flowers throughout the season. A sunny to semi-shady location and a well-drained substrate are preferred.

Bulletpoints
* Repeat-flowering * easy to care for

Spread
South Africa.

Growth
Bushy, upright.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Well-drained, nutrient-rich substrate preferred.

Planting time
Planting: After the last frosts.

Planting partner
The Horseshoe geranium 'Astra' sets beautiful accents together with: Petunia, elfin spurge.

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from June to mid-September - Sowing under glass: From December to February.

Care
- Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. Watering should also be done slowly and, if possible, not over the flowers and leaves. - Withered and yellow leaves must be plucked out regularly and old branches cut out. This encourages the growth of new flowers.

Flower
Pelargonium zonale 'Astra' produces red, pink, salmon pink, white, pink, yellow, orange, bicoloured flowers from May to October.

Interesting facts
Pelargonium zonale 'Astra' is slightly poisonous.

Use
Group planting, grave, balcony/patio, small/front garden