Focus Red Ice Ivy Leaf Geranium
Best trailing bloomer for vibrant hanging baskets and container displays.
The Focus Red Ice Ivy Leaf Geranium is an herbaceous evergreen perennial known for its trailing habit, making it ideal for spilling over containers and baskets. It produces bold clusters of red flowers accented with white streaks from late spring through early fall, and the flowers are excellent for cutting. Its serrated, palmate leaves maintain a vibrant green color year-round. This fast-growing plant requires occasional maintenance, primarily deadheading spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and thrives in full sun to partial shade, offering consistent color and texture to garden designs.
$11.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
61
/ 2656
#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Mature Height
8
/ inches
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners wanting continuous blooms with minimal maintenance
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, vibrant color for their outdoor spaces
- Decorators looking for elegant spillover in hanging baskets
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers or those outside the regional distribution area
- Gardeners with shaded yards or poor soil drainage
- Plant owners who prefer low-maintenance, pest-resistant varieties
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking red and white blooms create high-contrast focal points.
Container Versatility
Trailing habit is perfectly suited for hanging baskets and edges.
Maintenance Effort
Regular deadheading is required to keep the plant blooming consistently.
Urban Resilience
Robust tolerance for city pollution makes it ideal for balconies.
Growth Speed
Rapid development quickly fills out containers for a lush look.
Foliage Longevity
Vibrant green leaves provide year-round texture in warmer climates.
Key Specs
Mature Height
8 inches
Mature Width
12 inches
Hardiness Zone
9b
Growth Rate
Fast
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Foliage Color
Green
Family Name
Ivy Geranium
Features
- Produces bold clusters of red flowers with white streaks.
- Flowers are excellent for cutting.
- Serrated, pointy palmate leaves remain green year-round.
- Trailing habit makes it ideal for hanging baskets and container edges.
- Highly tolerant of urban pollution.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and vibrant aesthetic appeal of the Focus Red Ice Geranium. Reviewers frequently note the plant's robust health upon purchase, indicating superior nursery care and vigorous growth. The striking, deep red color and the attractive ivy leaf structure are major highlights, making it a standout choice for containers and garden beds. Consumers feel this geranium offers reliable, long lasting color throughout the season, justifying its premium positioning as a high performing annual.
Know before you buy
Yes, its trailing habit makes it an excellent choice for hanging baskets and container edges where the stems can spill over naturally.
This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade. For the most consistent flowering, ensure it receives several hours of direct sunlight daily.
To encourage continuous flowering from late spring through early fall, you should regularly deadhead the spent blooms.
Yes, the Focus Red Ice is highly tolerant of urban pollution, making it a reliable choice for city balconies, patios, or street-facing garden beds.
Absolutely. The bold red and white-streaked flower clusters are excellent for cutting and hold up well in floral arrangements.
At maturity, this geranium typically reaches a height of 8 inches and a width of 12 inches.
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