Zonal Geranium and Creeping Jenny
Pelargonium x hortorum and Lysimachia nummularia
A potted container arrangement featuring upright zonal geraniums with vibrant red flowers and rounded green leaves, paired with a trailing golden creeping jenny showcasing cascading stems of small, bright yellow-green foliage.
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
- Water
- Moderate water needs. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid prolonged waterlogging, though creeping jenny appreciates consistently moist conditions.
- Growth
- Mixed container planting consisting of mounding upright perennials (geraniums) reaching 12-24 inches tall and trailing perennials (creeping jenny) with stems cascading up to 2 feet.
Care instructions
Provide full sun to partial shade. Water regularly when the top inch of soil becomes dry, ensuring the pot has good drainage. Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every two to four weeks during the growing season to promote continuous flowering and lush foliage growth.
Growing details
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
Watering
Moderate water needs. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid prolonged waterlogging, though creeping jenny appreciates consistently moist conditions.
Soil
Well-draining potting mix rich in organic matter with a neutral pH range between 6.0 and 7.0.
Hardiness zone
USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11 for outdoor perennial growth; frequently grown as annuals or container plants in colder zones.
Growth habit
Mixed container planting consisting of mounding upright perennials (geraniums) reaching 12-24 inches tall and trailing perennials (creeping jenny) with stems cascading up to 2 feet.
Bloom season
Spring through autumn, featuring clusters of bright red, star-shaped flowers on the upright plants.
Propagation
Propagated via stem cuttings taken during active growth periods for both species.
Common pests & issues
Susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly draining soil. Pests may include aphids or whiteflies during warm weather.
Similar species
Ivy geraniums (Pelargonium peltatum) which feature trailing stems and ivy-like leaves, and moneywort varieties.