Geranium - Zonal Americana Orchid Geranium

Geranium - Zonal 'Americana Orchid'

Geranium Pelargonium zonale

Breeder

Versatile for growers and reliable results for retailers and consumers; suitable for all container sizes. Bold clear flower colors with outstanding garden performance. Proven garden performance and a long history of award winning varieties.

Americana® Orchid has a lavender color with a white center, similar to the Rocky Mountain® Lavender Pink yet a little less vigorous.

  • Know the varieties, some are more vigorous than others.
  • Use early Florel sprays to improve growth and branching.
  • Keep media pH levels above 6.0 to avoid iron/manganese toxicity.

Additional:

Awards -

Highest Rating - NCSU

Geranium Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Water frequently and thoroughly during hot weather

Remove dead flowers and leaves for best display

Feed every 2nd or 3rd watering with a balanced fertilizer, or use a slow release fertilizer at a high rate

Plants grow best with at least six hours of full sun

Watch for caterpillers and bud worms in midsummer

Height:

13 Inches

Spread:

11 Inches

Series:

Americana

   
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Characteristics & Attributes for Geranium - Zonal 'Americana Orchid'

Foliage Color
• Green
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Moist, Well-Drained
• Average Water
Habit
• Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
Tray Size
• 25 - Preforma Strip (26 Plants)
Uses
• Container - Filler (Mounding)
• Bedding Plant