Pelargonium Black Velvet Coral

Scented Geranium 'Black Velvet' Coral

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Compact shrub with velvety dark purple-black foliage and vibrant coral blooms. Highly fragrant leaves (citrus/chocolate notes). Ideal for containers or sunny borders.
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Plant Details

Common Name Scented Geranium 'Black Velvet' Coral
Family Geraniaceae
Genus Pelargonium
Species Hybrid
Variety F1 Coral
Origin South Africa / Cultivated Hybrid
Blooming Spring to late Summer, sporadic indoors
Leaf Color Dark purple-black with green veins
Sunlight Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil mixed with perlite or coarse sand to prevent root rot

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Watering

Water when top 2cm of soil dries out. Avoid wetting foliage to reduce fungal risk. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best flowering and leaf color, tolerate half shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring-Summer). Stop feeding in autumn/winter.

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Pruning

Pinch back tips regularly for bushier growth. Remove spent flowers and yellow leaves promptly to prevent disease.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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