Pelargonium 
Flora Frost Pelargonium (Zonale Grp) Graziella
| Flower type | Slightly doubled |
| Leaf margin | Erose |
| Winter hardness | Not hardy (USDA-zone 9,10,11) |
| Flower color | Pink-medium blue pink-068B |
| Soil fertility | Not very demanding |
| Flower diameter | 4,5 - 5 cm |
| Plant height | 20 - 30 cm |
| Flowering month(s) | May; June; July; August |
| Leaf size | 5 - 7,5 cm |
| Light conditions | Semi-shades; Sunny |
| Plant, growth type | Erect |
| Leaf, main color | Medium green; Dark green |
| Flower color distribution | Bicolored; Feathered |
| Flower, secondary color(s) | Red-medium red-046C |
| Moisture requirements | Normal |
| Soil type | Humus rich |
The Pelargonium (Zonale Grp) Graziella is a beautiful and popular geranium variety. Its flowers are slightly doubled, giving them a unique and interesting appearance. The leaf margins are erose, adding a touch of texture to the plant.
In terms of winter hardiness, the Pelargonium Graziella is not suitable for cold climates. It can only thrive in USDA zones 9, 10, and 11, where the temperatures remain relatively mild. If you live in a colder region, it would be best to grow this geranium as an annual or bring it indoors during the winter months.
The flowers of the Pelargonium Graziella are a delightful pink-medium blue pink color, designated as 068B on the color spectrum. They have a diameter of 4.5 to 5 cm, making them a decent size for a geranium. The plant itself grows to a height of 20 to 30 cm, providing a compact and manageable size.
This geranium blooms from May to August, making it a lovely addition to any garden during the summer months. The leaves are approximately 5 to 7.5 cm in size and have a main color of medium green or dark green, adding a lush and vibrant backdrop to the flowers.
The flower color distribution of the Pelargonium Graziella is bicolored and feathered, creating a unique and eye-catching display. The secondary color of the flowers is red-medium red-046C, providing a beautiful contrast to the primary pink-blue hue.
In terms of soil fertility, this geranium is not very demanding. It can thrive in a variety of soil types, but it does appreciate a humus-rich soil that provides ample nutrients. Normal moisture requirements are sufficient, and the plant can tolerate both semi-shade and sunny light conditions.
The growth type of the Pelargonium Graziella is erect, meaning it grows upwards rather than trailing or spreading. This characteristic makes it suitable for containers, window boxes, or even as a border plant in a garden.
Overall, the Pelargonium (Zonale Grp) Graziella is an attractive and versatile geranium variety. Its slightly doubled flowers, erose leaf margins, and bicolored flower color distribution make it a standout in any garden. While it is not winter hardy, it can bring months of beauty and joy to your garden when properly cared for.
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