Mark A. Miller
Family
Geraniaceae
Botanical Name
Pelargonium 'Patriot White'( PATRIOT SERIES)
Plant Common Name
Patriot White Zonal Geranium, Semi-double Zonal Geranium, Zonal Geranium
General Description
Large clusters of clear white flowers grace the high-performing zonal geranium, 'Patriot White.'
An exceptional series of zonal geraniums introduced by Oglevee, Patriot geraniums are self-branching, have mounded habits and large clusters of flowers. The early-flowering plants are also known for their good tolerance to hot, wet summertime weather.
Pelargoniums are tender perennials with fragrant, somewhat fleshy evergreen leaves that are lobed and crisp medium green, sometimes with colorful patterns. Their colorful showy flowers and borne in big terminal clusters. Deadhead flowers once spent to keep plants blooming vigorously.
Vigorous and easy to grow, zonal geraniums prefer full to partial sun and average to fertile soil that drains well. Overwatering can result in root or crown rot. Most hybrids are everblooming and require regular deadheading for best appearance and flower production. They can be planted in mixed beds and borders, containers or hanging baskets.
Zonal geraniums will rot and deteriorate in the humidity and rains of sub-tropical or tropical rainy seasons. Members of the Patriot Series are better adapted to these conditions but they still grow better in areas that are milder and drier.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
10 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
10 - 15
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Sunset Zone
8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
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Plant Type
Tender Perennial
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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Height
12"-18" / 30.5cm - 45.7cm
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Width
15"-24" / 38.1cm - 61.0cm
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Bloom Time
Indeterminate
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Native To
Hybrid Origin, Mediterranean, Turkey, Canary Islands, Africa, Southern Africa, Madagascar, South Africa, Iraq, Iran, Western Asia
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Neutral, Alkaline
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Loam, Sand
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Growth Rate
Fast
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Water Requirements
Drought Tolerant, Average Water
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Habit
Clump-Forming
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
White
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Green
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Green
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Foliage Color (Winter)
Green
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Fragrant Flowers
Yes
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
Yes
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
Yes
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
Yes
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
Yes
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Foliage Texture
Medium
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Foliage Sheen
Matte
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Evergreen
Yes
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Showy Bark
No
Special Characteristics
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Usage
Bedding Plant, Container, Edging, Houseplant, Mixed Border
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Sharp or Has Thorns
No
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Invasive
No
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Attracts
Hummingbirds, Butterflies
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Self-Sowing
No
