Pelargonium Black Velvet F1 Rose

Black Velvet Geranium

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A striking ornamental geranium featuring velvety dark purple-black foliage contrasting with vibrant rose-pink blooms, ideal for summer bedding or containers.
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Plant Details

Common Name Black Velvet Geranium
Family Geraniaceae
Genus Pelargonium
Species Hybrid
Variety F1 'Rose'
Origin South Africa
Blooming Spring to Autumn with deadheading, sometimes year-round indoors.
Leaf Color Dark purple-black (velvety)
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with perlite or pumice for aeration.

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Watering

Water when top inch of soil is dry. Avoid wetting foliage to prevent Botrytis rot. Reduce watering during dormancy in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best coloration and flowering; tolerates partial shade in hot climates.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring/Summer).

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Pruning

Pinch back tips for bushiness; deadhead spent flowers regularly; cut back hard after flowering to maintain shape.

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 6 months
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Feb
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Apr
May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1800 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 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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