{"product_id":"geranium-ivy-white-5-pot","title":"Geranium Ivy White - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eIvy Geranium (Pelargonium peltatum) is a trailing tender perennial native to South Africa, named for its glossy, ivy-shaped leaves and its sprawling, cascading habit. Unlike upright zonal geraniums, it spills gracefully over the edges of pots, making it a favourite for hanging baskets, window boxes and balcony railings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt bears showy clusters of single or double flowers in shades of pink, red, mauve, lavender and white, blooming heavily through the cooler months. In India it performs best in hill stations and during the winter season in the plains, where mild temperatures and bright light bring out its best flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it rewards gardeners with months of colour and is readily propagated from stem cuttings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeraniaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 cm (trails 60-90 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-90 cm trailing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlossy, fleshy, ivy-shaped evergreen leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePink, red, mauve, lavender, white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooler months; winter to spring in the plains, longer in hill stations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool to mild subtropical; ideal 10-25 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright light with 4-6 hours of morning sun; protect from harsh afternoon sun in the plains.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater when the top 2-3 cm of soil dries; avoid waterlogging. Drought-tolerant once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, well-drained potting mix with compost; add sand or perlite for sharp drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 10-25 C; struggles above 32 C and dislikes frost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers moderate to low humidity; dislikes high humidity which invites fungal issues.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed every 2-3 weeks during the growing\/flowering season with a balanced or high-potash liquid feed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch tips to encourage bushiness and deadhead spent blooms regularly for continuous flowering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot every 1-2 years in spring; it flowers best when slightly pot-bound.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasily from 8-10 cm stem cuttings taken in cooler months; roots in well-drained mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for aphids, whitefly, caterpillars and botrytis\/grey mould in damp, humid conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic to dogs, cats and horses (contains geraniol and linalool); can cause mild skin irritation in sensitive people.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Ivy Geranium is grown almost entirely as an ornamental for its long-lasting, colourful flowers.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Hanging baskets, window boxes and tall pots where its trailing habit can cascade.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Balcony and terrace railings, a favourite in hill-station gardens like Ooty, Kodaikanal and Shimla.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ground cover or edging in cooler regions.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Seasonal winter colour in pots across the Indian plains.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In the plains, treat it as a cool-season plant: plant out from October-November for flowering through winter and spring, and move pots to a shaded, well-ventilated spot before the harsh summer (April-June).\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In hill stations it can flower for much of the year. Always use a free-draining mix and terracotta pots to prevent root rot during the monsoon, and shelter plants from heavy rain. Pinch young plants and deadhead regularly to keep blooms coming.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan Ivy Geranium survive the Indian summer in the plains?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt struggles above 32 C. In the plains grow it as a cool-season plant for winter and spring colour, and move pots to a shaded, airy spot through the hot summer months. In hill stations it grows happily year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Ivy Geranium not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommon causes are too little light, excess nitrogen fertiliser, or hot weather. Give it 4-6 hours of morning sun, use a high-potash feed, deadhead spent blooms, and expect best flowering during the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Ivy Geranium safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Pelargoniums are toxic to dogs, cats and horses and can cause vomiting, lethargy and skin irritation if eaten. Keep baskets out of reach of pets and wash hands after handling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51048496201974,"sku":"PLT-GERANIUMIVY-P05-WHT","price":60.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/zu7haBwhHVstxtTktW2A9EjkNY1KAGF6YTv95DPn.png?v=1782711348","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/geranium-ivy-white-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}