Americana Salmon zonal geranium
Pelargonium hybridum 'Americana Salmon'
USDA zones9 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Americana Salmon' zonal geranium (Pelargonium hybridum 'Americana Salmon') is a perennial for borders, containers, and low maintenance beds. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy or loamy soil. It is drought tolerant and stays evergreen in mild climates. It blooms from early to late summer and again in autumn.
Pairs well with African daisy, Star of bethlehem, and Creeping fig.