Annuals

Pelargonium × hybridum

Zonal geranium

Representative zonal geranium. Colors and forms vary by selection.

Rounded flower clusters rise above softly textured leaves, often marked with a darker band. These familiar bedding geraniums suit sunny pots, window boxes and seasonal borders. Colors and flower forms vary with the selection.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Water: Regular moisture; well-drained soil
Bloom: Late spring to frost

Sizes & prices

#1$11.99
4.5"$5.99
10"$24.99
12"$24.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Tolerant once established; containers still need watering.
Wet soil: Needs good drainage; avoid standing water.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies

Safety & handling: Toxic to cats and dogs if eaten; leaves can also irritate sensitive skin.

Cats & dogs: Keep plants and trimmings out of reach.

If a pet eats a potentially toxic plant, contact your veterinarian promptly.

Growing & care

Pruning: Remove faded flower clusters and trim leggy shoots to keep plants tidy.
Deadheading: Remove faded flower clusters to encourage continued bloom.
Feeding: Feed container plants every 2–4 weeks during active growth, following label rates.
Size & habit: Bedding types reach about 1–2 ft. tall and wide. Trailing selections need extra room.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

University of Illinois Extension

Iowa State University Extension

ASPCA Animal Poison Control

University of Florida IFAS Extension

Photo: Leonora Enking · CC-BY-SA 2.0

Size & selection: UF/IFAS lists bedding geraniums at 1–2 ft. tall and wide. Cultivars vary; trailing basket selections need room beyond the rim.

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.