A cross between a zonal and ivy geranium. Habit is mounding and trailing. Know for beting heat tolerant, and drought tolerant. Staying flower power with bold vivid blossoms nonstop. Excellent container plant or in hanging baskets.
Geranium Interspecific 'Calliope Scarlet Fire'
Geranium
Photo courtesy of D.S. Cole Growers
- Large semi-double flowers
- Vigorous, mounding to semi-trailing habit
- Hybrid of an ivy and zonal cross
- Excellent heat and drought tolerance
Award Winning
Blooms all Season
Border or Bed
Container
Drought Tolerant
Fertilize Often
Garden
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in rich, well drained soil Water when soil below surface is dry Too much water will cause mildew and rot Deadhead spent blossoms Fertilize every 7-10 days
Height: 10-12 in
Spacing: 10-12 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~6 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Red
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Ground Cover
- Garden
- Drought Tolerant
- Fertilize Often
- Heat Tolerant
- Edging
- Border or Bed
- Award Winning
- Blooms all Season
- Hanging Basket
- Mass Planting
- Container
- Long Blooming
- Low Maintenance
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Trailing
- Creeping/Ground Cover
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Geranium (Calliope/Caliente)
Common Name: Geranium
A cross between a zonal and ivy geranium. Habit is mounding and trailing. Know for beting heat tolerant, and drought tolerant. Staying flower power with bold vivid blossoms nonstop. Excellent container plant or in hanging baskets.