Geranium
Pelargonium hortorum
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Geranium
Garden Geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum) is a popular cool-season annual in NE Florida, planted October through March for vibrant red, pink, salmon, and white flower clusters above rounded, often zone-marked foliage. It thrives in well-drained beds, containers, and window boxes but declines in summer heat and humidity. Starting at $3.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Fall, Winter, Spring
- Flower Color
- White, Orange, Red, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun to part sun; in NE Florida, geraniums are a cool-season annual planted October through March—summer heat and humidity cause rapid decline, so choose a spot with morning sun and good air circulation.
Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged; allow the surface to dry slightly between waterings. Overwatering in Florida's humidity leads to fungal disease; good drainage is essential.
Plant in well-drained, moderately fertile soil; amend sandy NE Florida soil with compost before planting. Fertilize every 3–4 weeks with a balanced slow-release or liquid fertilizer to sustain bloom through the cool season.
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Common questions
Is Geranium a good plant for St. Augustine?
Geranium is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 12-24 inches × 12-18 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.