
Community identification
No insect visible; flowering zonal geranium
Pelargonium × hortorum
- Order & Family
- Geraniales; Geraniaceae
- Size
- Plants commonly reach 30–60 cm tall and wide; individual flowers are about 2–4 cm across.
Natural Habitat
Cultivated in garden beds, containers, balconies, and greenhouse displays, typically in sunny, well-drained conditions.
Diet & Feeding
Not applicable: this is a plant. It produces sugars through photosynthesis and absorbs water and mineral nutrients through its roots.
Behavior Patterns
Flowers attract pollinators such as bees and hoverflies; blooms are produced repeatedly in warm, bright conditions. The plant is commonly propagated from cuttings or seed.
Risks & Benefits
Generally non-toxic and ornamental, though ingestion may cause mild stomach upset in some pets or people. It provides nectar and pollen for urban pollinators.