Overview
Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d) is a bushy, trailing, compact shrubs in the genus Pelargonium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with evergreen, aromatic foliage. Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include borders, containers and hanging baskets.
About
Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' is a bushy, trailing, and compact shrub cultivar within the Pelargonium genus, known for its evergreen and aromatic foliage. As a member of the Geraniaceae family, it thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect, planted in well-drained, neutral loam soil. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H2 and is suitable for winter interest, making it ideal for borders, containers, and hanging baskets. Propagation is typically done through softwood cuttings, and cultivation requires gritty compost to support healthy growth.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pelargonium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, trailing, compact
- Foliage
- Evergreen, aromatic
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, hanging baskets
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d)
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Thrips, vine weevil, leafhopper, root mealybugs, whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Pelargonium rust, Pelargonium virus, leafy gall
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d)?
Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d) need?
Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d) hardy in the UK?
Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Pelargonium 'Dark Red Irene' (Z/d)?
Softwood cuttings.
More in the Pelargonium genus
- Pelargonium 'Andersonii' (Z/Sc)
- Pelargonium 'Arctic Frost' (I)
- Pelargonium 'Brenda Hyatt' (Dw/d)
- Pelargonium 'Brookside Serenade' (Dw)geranium 'Brookside Serenade'
- Pelargonium 'Brookside Spitfire' (Dw/d)
- Pelargonium 'Cara Rosa' (Za)geranium 'Cara Rosa'
- Pelargonium 'Carnival' (Z)
- Pelargonium 'Cherry Hazel Ruffled' (R)