Pelargonium Black Velvet Pink (Zonal Geranium)

Noted for its unusual bicolor leaf pattern, Pelargonium 'Black Velvet Pink' (Zonal Geranium) is a bushy, evergreen, tender perennial with dark, rich chocolate, ruffled leaves adorned with a contrasting narrow green margin. The striking dark foliage contrasts with the large, bright pink flowers, highlighted by white centers, to create a breathtaking effect. Blooming freely throughout the growing season, this vigorous Zonal Geranium is heat tolerant and perfect for borders and containers.

• Grows up to 10-14 in. tall and wide (25-35 cm).
• Performs best in full sun in fertile, well-drained soils. Water regularly during growing season. Drought tolerant, once established.
• Perfect addition to beds and borders or containers.
• Generally disease fee. Watch for glasshouse whitefly, caterpillars, glasshouse leafhopper, aphids, vine weevil and root mealybugs.
• Deadhead regularly. Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring, late summer and autumn.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.