Pelargonium 'Blackdown Delight'

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 ‘Blackdown Delight’ is a Zonal pelargonium with a bushy, compact habit. It bears large heads of single, bright pink flowers with a white eye, in contrast with dark green foliage. For best results, grow in a sunny spot, deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering, and move to a frost-free location, such as a greenhouse or conservatory, in autumn.