Terry geranium - the most popular varieties

Terry geranium is the most common type of pelargonium (Geraniaceae Pelargonium). This large, beautiful, elegant flower is grown by many growers in their apartments. It is suitable for home and garden environments.

Terry geranium - what kind of pelargonium is it?

Terry geranium (pelargonium) belongs to the Geranium family. About 500 species of this plant are known. To date, breeders have bred geraniums in almost all colors of the rainbow and all kinds of shades.

Pebbles variety

This flower is native to South Africa. It was first bred in 1631 by an English botanist and was initially called geranium. Much later, in 1789, the current name appeared.

Terry geranium is a zonal variety of pelargonium. Large spherical inflorescences that look like roses are located on the upper branches of the plant. This species appeared in the middle of the 19th century.

Mimi variety

Flower features

Terry geranium with roses contains several corollas, each of which contains more than 8 petals. On a high, thick, sturdy stem, there are round leaves with wavy edges. In many geraniums, the edges of green leaves are framed with a thin rim of burgundy or purple. There are rare varieties with black, golden, bronze and purple leaves.

The variety of species and varieties of Geraniaceae Pelargonium depends on changes in its genome. Sometimes this happens spontaneously. If a flower of a certain variety turned out to be unlike the sample, then in such cases they say that Pelargonium has a sport. The shape and color of petals, leaves, the size of the stem, the density of the inflorescences and much more change.

Mallorca cultivar

The best varieties of terry pelargonium for growing at home

There are many different varieties of terry geraniums, which are happily grown by flower growers in rooms, gardens, flower beds, summer cottages. In their description, much attention is paid to the color of the petals and the size of the bush.

Pelargonium Pebbles

Pelargonium Pebbles has crimson flowers with a white core. On the back, the petals are white. The plant is very small and therefore does not require abundant watering. It actively bushes, it does not need to be formed. The lower leaves never dry out. In bright light, a dark green spot appears in the middle of the leaf.

Saxdalens Selma

Pelargonium Mimi

The miniature Mimi pelargonium is distinguished by its pink-fawn color of the petals. It actively blooms and grows, it is not necessary to form it. You can trim the branches a little for a compact bush. Pelargonium Mimi is ideal for a greenhouse, room, flower bed.

Pelargonium Mallorca

The incredibly beautiful, bright Mallorca Pelargonium is distinguished by its low height. Its petals are painted in 2 colors: white and pink, sometimes red. Pelargonium Mallorka grows rapidly, grows widely, so its branches need to be pruned periodically.

Shelk moira

Pelargonium Saxdalens Selma

Pink flight flowers on a small bush are a distinctive feature of Selma Pelargonium. The back of the petal is slightly lighter. The flowers form very large and dense inflorescences, so the plant looks like a rose. Selma is a zonal type pelargonium. She will decorate any flower bed, garden or room. Due to its external resemblance to a rose, the flower looks luxurious.

Shelk moira

The light apricot shade of the petals is the pride of the Shelk Moira variety. A light green circle is visible in the center of each leaf. A miniature bush with a dense inflorescence looks graceful and resembles a bouquet of roses.

Brookside fantasy

A very small shrub with lilac or pale pink flowers, suitable for growing in pots on a windowsill. The leaves have an unusual color: in the center and along the edges are light green, and in the center there is a ring of a darker shade.

Brookside fantasy

Bold carmine

Bright red, crimson, burgundy flowers are the hallmark of the Bold Carmine cultivar. They bloom actively, profusely, luxuriantly, bush quickly. It is one of the most abundant flowering varieties.

Geranium Majesta

Majesta is a pelargonium with bright, juicy reddish-purple petals. Lush dense inflorescences adorn a low bush, which branches and grows well.

Ludwigsburger flair

The light pink and white flowers of the Ludwigsburger Flair look charming. In the center is a green core. The reverse side of the petal is white or very light. The peculiarity of this variety is manifested in the fact that it does not tolerate dry air, low temperatures and open solar radiation. He needs a little shading.

Bold carmine

Lara harmony

Pink or crimson flowers make Lara Harmony look like rose bushes. Inflorescences are dense and dense, the bush is actively growing. The plant requires careful handling and good care.

White terry geranium is a favorite of many flower growers. She looks gentle, clean, defenseless. This plant blooms from March to November, actively grows and branches. You can choose the following types of white pelargonium:

• Ise Rose;
• Jacky Gauld;
• Joan of Arc;
• PAC Blanche Roche;
• PAC Viva Carolina.

Geranium Himalayan Plenum belongs to the Geranium family, but it is also a double flower. Its lush purple petals form large inflorescences on a tall bush. This plant can be grown in a garden or flower bed.

Majesta

How to care for pelargonium at home after purchase

Geranium is a very thermophilic perennial plant that does not tolerate temperatures below 0 ° C. He needs room temperature, good lighting, regular watering. The plant requires easy care and good conditions. It can be grown both in pots and outdoors.

If there is not enough lighting, you need to illuminate the pelargonium with a lamp. It is worth watering with filtered or infused slightly warm water. In spring and summer, geraniums are watered every three days, and in autumn and winter - once every 10 days or every 2 weeks. Water must not stagnate in the sump. Do not spray geraniums. You need to prune the plant 1-2 times a year as it grows.

Do I need a transplant

It is necessary to transplant pelargonium when its roots grow, and the pot becomes too cramped for it. It can be replanted in early spring: from late February to April. Initially, this plant needs to be planted in a small pot.

How to tell if it's time to transplant geraniums:

• the flower grows too slowly;
• the soil dries out quickly;
• the roots are coming out of the pot.

To transplant the geranium, you need to take it out of the pot along with the root and soil and place everything in a new pot with ready-made soil. After planting, the flower is watered, then placed in a bright place where there are no drafts.

Lara harmony

What should be the soil

Terry geranium loves light soil types that can conduct air. The acidity (pH) level should be 5.5–6.5. You can prepare soil from several components:

• peat;
• sand;
• expanded clay;
• vermiculite;
• perlite.

Succulent soil is also suitable. Experienced flower growers say that it is better to prepare the soil yourself, but this takes time. All components must lie down for a year, then they must be sterilized, dried, sieved. It is very important to mix the soil components in the required proportions. Good drainage is also needed.

Terry white geranium

How often does terry geranium bloom: periods of hibernation and activity

Terry geranium can bloom for several months: from February to September. Each part blooms for 20-30 days. During the season, all the inflorescences have time to change each other in turn. Pelargonium blooms only with abundant light, with good care.

Geranium Himalayan Plenum

Unusually beautiful pelargonium will be the perfect decoration for a room. According to legend, she brings good luck. But for this it is worth providing her with the necessary conditions and care.