Overview
Pelargonium 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/d) is a bushy, trailing, compact shrubs in the genus Pelargonium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with evergreen, aromatic foliage. Pelargonium 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/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 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) is a bushy, trailing, and compact cultivar of the Pelargonium genus, which comprises primarily evergreen perennials, sub-shrubs, and shrubs with palmately lobed or pinnately divided leaves. This cultivar features evergreen, aromatic foliage and thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H2. 'Rushmoor Congo' is suitable for borders, containers, and hanging baskets, offering interest during spring and summer.
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 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/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 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/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 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/d)?
Pelargonium 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/d) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pelargonium 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/d) need?
Pelargonium 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/d) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pelargonium 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/d) hardy in the UK?
Pelargonium 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/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 'Rushmoor Congo' (Rushmoor River Series) (Za/d)?
Softwood cuttings.
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- Pelargonium 'Brookside Spitfire' (Dw/d)
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