Overview
Pelargonium 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C) is a bushy, trailing, compact shrubs in the genus Pelargonium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with evergreen, aromatic foliage. Pelargonium 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C) 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 'Golden Petit Pierre' is a compact, bushy, and trailing cultivar of the Pelargonium genus, which comprises primarily evergreen perennials, sub-shrubs, and shrubs. This cultivar features evergreen, aromatic foliage and thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers well-drained, neutral loam soil and is suitable for planting in borders, containers, or hanging baskets. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is best grown in gritty compost and propagated by softwood cuttings, providing winter interest in the garden.
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 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C) 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 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C)
- 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 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C)?
Pelargonium 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pelargonium 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C) need?
Pelargonium 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pelargonium 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C) hardy in the UK?
Pelargonium 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C) 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 'Golden Petit Pierre' (Min/C)?
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)