Pelargonium x hortorum 'Rio'

Zonal Geranium, Bedding Geranium, Garden Geranium

Family: Geraniaceae Geranium


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 10A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Mid Spring to Mid Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, massing, specimen
Height 12" to 14" / 30cm to 35cm
Spread 5" to 6" / 15cm to 15cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage