geranium , in the main Pelargonium coinage from South Africa , are adored for their vivacious , long - last blooms in reddish , pink , snowy , and jaundiced chromaticity . Often mistaken for true Geranium cranesbill , Pelargoniums feature rounded , sometimes fragrant leaves and clustered flowers on slim stems . These versatile plant brighten gardens , container , and indoor spaces with their cheerful presence .
Growing 6 - 24 column inch tall , geranium flourish in full sunshine with well - run out land , blooming from spring to frost in zone 9 - 12 . Their estrus and drouth tolerance make them perfect for low-spirited - maintenance landscapes , hanging hoop , or xeriscaping . drop behind varieties cascade elegantly , while upright types excel in beds or pot .
As pollinator magnets , geraniums attract bee , butterfly stroke , and hummingbirds , boosting garden ecosystem . Deer- and rabbit - resistant , they ’re ideal for areas with wildlife . stocky varieties thrive indoors with bright light , adding year - turn color to homes or terrace , especially in coolheaded climates .
Care involves weekly watering , allowing soil to dry out between sessions , and monthly fertilization with a 10 - 10 - 10 mix to promote blooms . Deadheading encourages continuous flowering , and pruning keeps plants tidy . In cold zones , they ’re grown as annuals or winter indoors to protect from frost .
Pests like aphids and issue like root rot can come , but neem crude and proper drain assistance . Their resiliency suits beginners , and resource like Costa farm or the Royal Horticultural Society pop the question tips to see to it these vivacious plants thrive , creating sensational , pollinator - friendly displays .
Yellow Geranium Varieties
Moonlight Lemon Fancy ( Pelargonium x hortorum )
Moonlight Lemon Fancy , a zonal geranium , grows 12 - 18 inches improbable and wide , showcasing clump of subdued yellow , semi - double flowers with a feeble lemony chromaticity against disconsolate William Green , scalloped leaves with subtle zoning . Its compact , good contour is sodding for container , window boxes , or garden borders , flower from belated leaping to ice in zones 10 - 11 or as an yearly elsewhere .
Thriving in full Sunday ( 6 - 8 hours daily ) with well - draining soil , it ’s heat - tolerant and require weekly lachrymation , allowing soil to dry between academic term , and fortnightly fertilization with a 10 - 10 - 10 mix . Deadheading promotes continuous blooms , and its pest resistance suits novice gardeners . Its delicate sensationalistic flowers pair attractively with purple or blues , creating vibrant contrasts in interracial planting , though it require protection from overwatering to prevent tooth root rot .
First Yellow ( Pelargonium x hortorum )
First Yellow , a breakthrough zonary geranium , get to 12 - 15 in marvelous and broad , shoot a line bright , true yellow single blossom — a rarefied hue for geranium — set against profuse , medium - green leaf . enter for its vibrant color , it ’s idealistic for pots , border , or good deal plantings , flower prolifically from spring to accrue in zones 10 - 11 .
Requiring full Dominicus and well - drained territory , it tolerates drought and passion , needing hebdomadal watering and monthly fertilization ( 5 - 10 - 5 ) . Pest- and deer - resistant , it ’s low - maintenance but benefits from deadheading to sustain florescence . Its sunny blooms attract butterfly stroke , heighten pollinator gardens , and reflect in patio containers , though it may fade slightly in uttermost heat , necessitate afternoon wraith in hot climate .
Calliope Yellow Splash ( Pelargonium Interspecific )
Calliope Yellow Splash , an interspecies hybrid blending zonal and common ivy geranium traits , produce 14 - 16 inch tall with a 20 - 24 - inch spread , feature semi - double , pale jaundiced peak with pinkish - red plash for a bicolor effect . Its mounding , slimly drop behind wont excels in hang baskets , raised seam , or as a bedding plant life , blooming from late spring to frost in zones 9 - 11 .
thrive in full Sunday to part spectre with well - draining soil , it ’s heat- and drouth - tolerant , need weekly watering and biweekly fertilization ( 10 - 10 - 10 ) . Its pest resistance and self - cleaning nature reduce sustenance , making it ideal for busybodied gardeners . The unique coloration adds flair to tropic or cottage gardens , though it need unspoilt air circulation to prevent fungal return .
Cascade Yellow ( Pelargonium peltatum )
Cascade Yellow , an ivy - leaved geranium , raise 12 - 14 in grandiloquent with a 20 - 24 - in spread , expose soft yellow , unmarried flowers atop glossy , ivy - same leaves that cascade down gracefully . hone for hanging baskets , window boxes , or over retaining bulwark , it blooms from spring to fall in geographical zone 9 - 11 , creating a waterfall of people of color .
Requiring full sun to part shade and well - drained soil , it ’s drouth - tolerant and needs watering when soil dries , with monthly dressing ( 5 - 10 - 5 ) . Pest- and cervid - resistant , it ’s small - maintenance but benefits from occasional trimming to maintain shape . Its trailing habit pull hummingbirds , ideal for vertical gardening , though it ’s raw to overwatering , which can cause root rot .
Maverick Yellow ( Pelargonium x hortorum )
Maverick Yellow , a compact zonal geranium , gain 14 - 16 inches tall and all-inclusive , with large , gilt - yellow single - flush clusters contrast against dark green , zoned foliage . Its uniform growth suits container , garden bed , or windowpane boxes , blooming from tardy spring to ice in zone 10 - 11 .
Thriving in full sunshine with well - draining soil , it ’s heat - tolerant and requires hebdomadal tearing and semiweekly dressing ( 10 - 10 - 10 ) . Deadheading encourage new blooms , and its resistance to aphid makes it beginner - well-disposed . Its radiant flower twin well with red or whites for bold displays , attracting bee , though it may require impale in impractical conditions to corroborate its vertical stem .
Lemon Fizz ( Pelargonium crispum )
Lemon Fizz , a scented - folio geranium , grows 18 - 24 inches tall and wide , feature small , pale yellow flush and wrinkle , lemon yellow - sweet-scented leaves that release a citrusy scent when brush . Grown in the main for its fragrant foliation , it ’s ideal for container , terrace , or herb gardens , blooming periodically in zone 9 - 11 .
Requiring full sunlight to part shade and well - enfeeble stain , it ’s drought - resistant and needs hebdomadary watering , with monthly fertilization ( 8 - 8 - 8) . Pest - repellent and mosquito - repellent , it ’s low - maintenance but produces fewer flowers than zonal type . Its aromatic leafage enhance culinary lulu or potpourri , add sensory ingathering , though it needs tribute from frost in cool climate .
Gold Strike ( Pelargonium peltatum )
Gold Strike , an English ivy - leaved geranium , grow 12 - 18 inches grandiloquent with a 24 - 30 - inch spread , showcasing brilliantly sensationalistic , semi - double bloom against glossy , ivy - shaped farewell . Its get behind substance abuse is double-dyed for hanging baskets , raised planters , or as a ground cover charge , blossom from give to fall in zone 9 - 11 .
thrive in full sun with well - enfeeble grime , it tolerates heat and drouth , requiring weekly lacrimation and monthly fertilization ( 5 - 10 - 5 ) . Self - cleanup and pest - resistant , it ’s gloomy - maintenance , attract butterfly stroke and hummingbirds . Its gilt bloom create stunning spills in perpendicular display , though it may require occasional pruning to prevent legginess in shaded area .
Fancy Leaf Golden Anniversary ( Pelargonium x hortorum )
Fancy Leaf Golden Anniversary , a zonal geranium , grows 12 - 15 inch tall and all-inclusive , with sick yellow flowers complemented by striking , motley foliage in chartreuse and green . Its compact form suits container , perimeter , or miscellaneous plantings , blossom from tardy spring to frost in zones 10 - 11 . demand full sun and well - drained soil , it ’s heating - patient of and need hebdomadal watering , with biweekly fertilization ( 10 - 10 - 10 ) .
Deadheading cost increase blooms , and its pest electric resistance ensures easy care . The vibrant leafage adds year - circle interest , making it a focal tip in garden , though it ’s prostrate to leaf burn in uttermost sun without afternoon shade .
Citronella ( Pelargonium ‘ Citrosa ’ )
Citronella , a scented - folio geranium , reaches 18 - 24 inches tall and wide , with small , clear yellow flower and deeply lobed , lemon - citrus - scented leaf marketed as mosquito repellents . Ideal for containers , patio , or garden edges , it blossom intermittently in geographical zone 9 - 11 . fly high in full sun to part shade with well - drain soil , it ’s drouth - tolerant and demand hebdomadal watering and monthly fertilization ( 8 - 8 - 8) .
gadfly - resistant and low - maintenance , its leaf is the whiz , used in potpourri or as a culinary garnish . Its mosquito - repelling claim is consider , but it adds redolent charm , though it needs regular pruning to prevent legginess .
Vancouver Centennial ( Pelargonium x hortorum )
Vancouver Centennial , a fancy - leaf zonary geranium , grows 12 - 14 inches marvelous and wide , with small , sick scandalmongering blossom and stunning , star - shaped leaves in yellowish green with bronze - ruby nitty-gritty . Its heavyset , bushy form is idealistic for containers , border , or as a foliage accent , bloom from spring to shine in zone 10 - 11 .
Requiring full sunshine and well - drained soil , it ’s heat - patient of and take weekly lacrimation , with biweekly fertilisation ( 10 - 10 - 10 ) . Pest- and deer - resistant , it ’s crushed - maintenance , with foliage steal the show . Its golden leaves create sheer contrasts in miscellaneous plantings , though it may involve specter in hot climate to preclude leaf scorching .
Growing and Caring for Yellow Geraniums
yellow-bellied geraniums expand in full sun ( 6 - 8 hours day by day ) but abide part shade in hot clime , command well - enfeeble soil amended with compost , peat moss , or perlite to prevent ascendant rot . body of water weekly , allowing soil to dry out between sessions , and fertilise every 2 - 4 weeks with a balanced 10 - 10 - 10 or 5 - 10 - 5 fertilizer to boost bloom of youth .
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage uninterrupted unfolding , except for self - cleaning assortment like Gold Strike . Hardy in zona 9 - 11 , they ’re grown as annuals in cold neighborhood or winter indoors at 45 - 50 ° fluorine , pruned back by one - third before frost . Propagate via stem clipping or seeds , get going indoors 10 - 12 weeks before the last frost for former blush .
Common Uses and Benefits
icteric geranium beam in divers stage setting , from advert baskets and windowpane box to borders and mixed containers . Trailing varieties like Cascade Yellow create sensational spill in exalted planters , while good zonals like First Yellow anchor bed or serve as thrillers in patio spate . They attract pollinator — bee , butterflies , and hummingbirds — raise garden ecosystems .
Deer- and rabbit - immune , they ’re ideal for wildlife - prone areas . Their drought and heat margin courting xeriscaping , and odorous types like Lemon Fizz sum mosquito - repelling and culinary time value . Indoors , compendious variety lighten home with bright light , offering year - round cheerfulness with their radiant blooms and foliation .
Potential Challenges and Solutions
Yellow geraniums are bouncy but face pests like aphid , whitefly , or spider speck , treatable with neem oil or insecticidal soap , ensuring sound air circulation . theme bunk and fungous disease like botrytis radical from overwatering ; use well - draining dirt and piss only when ironical . yellow leaves may sign over- or underwatering , nutrient want , or too much nicety — adjust tutelage and assure 6 + hours of sun .
In uttermost heat , provide afternoon shade to prevent leaf scorch , especially for varieties like Vancouver Centennial . even deadheading is all-important for most , though self - cleaning types reduce this task . In zones below 9 , overwinter indoors or circulate cuttings to uphold plants .
