Pelargonium 'Cola Bottles'
pelargonium
An evergreen, scented-leaved Pelargonium with wrinkled mid-green leaves that have a very characteristic fragrance reminiscent of fizzy cola sweets. In...
Plant description
Pelargonium ‘Cola Bottles’ makes for a wonderful patio pot where its aromatic leaves will delight a sunny, sheltered spot.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for Pelargonium Cola Bottles:
If you want to keep them over the winter, move them to a frost free environment and avoid overwatering during the colder months.
GOES WELL WITH
June Week 1
If you do nothing else...water new plants. Make sure new additions do not suffer during dry spells. Plant up summer containers bedding once the threat of frosts has passed. Feed container plants about six weeks after planting. If it’s a nice day...trim he
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After the last frost date, plant up containers with tender flowering bedding and reliable foliage plants. Line terracotta pots with polythene, taking care not to cover the planting holes, to reduce water loss through the porous sides of the pot.
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