- Botanical name: Pelargonium 'Vectis Glitter'
- Common name: Stellar pelargonium
- Family: Geraniaceae
- Plant Type: Conservatory, Perennial
Pink
Green
- Key features:
- Dramatic foliage
- Flowers
- Low maintenance plant
Confusingly known as geraniums, pelargoniums are in the same plant family as hardy geraniums, but fall into a different genus and bear no resemblance to them at all. They are normally grown as annual bedding plants although they can be overwintered indoors, and are prized for their bright summer flowers and attractive, often fragrant, foliage.
Pelargoniums come in a variety of forms, and most belong to one of the following six horticultural groups: Angel, Ivy-leaved, Regal, Scented-leaved, Unique and Zonal. All thrive in full sun and do best when grown in a sheltered, sunny spot.
Pelargonium ‘Vectis Glitter’ is a Stellar pelargonium with pretty, deeply lobed white flowers speckled and blotched with red. Stellar Pelargoniums were bred in the 1970s in Australia, and come in a range of flower shapes and colours, and flower for several months. ‘Vectis Glitter’ is perfect for growing in a pot on the patio, or at the front of a sunny border.
How to grow Pelargonium 'Vectis Glitter'
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Plant size
30cm height
30cm spread
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Aspect
South facing, west facing
- Sun exposure: Full sun
- Hardiness: Half hardy
- Soil type: Acidic / chalky / alkaline / well drained / light / sandy
Plant calendar
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Do not Take cuttings in August |
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Do not Take cuttings in November |
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Do not Take cuttings in December |
Pelargonium 'Vectis Glitter' and wildlife
Pelargonium 'Vectis Glitter' has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Pelargonium 'Vectis Glitter' poisonous?
Pelargonium 'Vectis Glitter' can be toxic.
Toxic to Cats
Toxic to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People
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