Family GERANIACEAE
Genus Pelargonium
Species peltatum
SA Plant Number
Basionym Pelargonium peltatum Sophies Choice

Pelargonium peltatum ‘Sophies Choice' is a hybrid of the Ivy-Leaved Pelargonium. It is hardy, evergreen and has the typical rambling stems and smooth, fleshy leaves with 5 points. The flowers are a vivid salmon-pink and bloom prolifically for an extended period over spring and summer, with fewer flowers at other times

It is the host plant to the Geranium Blue butterfly.

The rambling, zig-zag stems make it ideal for hanging baskets, cascading over walls or as an edging plant in a bed or even supported as a climber.

Prune to keep in shape.

Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or semi-shade.

Size: up to 30cm

Butterfly Host Plant: Host Plant to Geranium Bronze butterfly.

Landscaping: Cascading habit makes this a good plant for hanging baskets and other containers, retaining walls, patios and balconies.

Cultivated hybrid

Growth Rate: Fast Growing, Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen, Hardiness - Frost: Fairly Hardy, Plant Type: Groundcovers and Perennials, Position: Semi-shade, Position: Sun - Full, Position: Sun - Morning, Position: Under deciduous trees, Soil: Loamy - Compost rich Soil, Soil: Sandy Soil, Soil: Well-drained, Garden Uses: Butterfly Host, Garden Uses: Container Plant, Garden Uses: Groundcover, Garden Uses: Long Flowering, Garden Uses: Rockeries and retaining walls, Garden Uses: Small Gardens, Garden type: Cottage Garden, Garden type: Wildlife Garden,

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