| Common Name | Umckaloabo / Cape Geranium |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Pelargonium |
| Species | Sidoides |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Summer, small umbels of pink/purple/white flowers |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green to dark green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy loam with organic matter, pH 6.0-7.5
Water moderately, allow top soil to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter dormancy.
Full sun preferred for best growth and flowering, tolerates light shade
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growing season (Spring/Summer)
Deadhead spent flowers and trim leggy stems late winter to encourage bushy growth
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