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Geranium 'Pulsar Red' (Pot Size 11cm)

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Quick Guide

  • Vivid scarlet-red blooms all summer
  • Compact, seed-raised, strongly zoned leaves
  • Flowers continuously until first frost
  • Ideal for beds, borders and containers
  • Classic, bold colour impact, low maintenance

Red is the colour most associated with the bedding geranium, and Pelargonium 'Pulsar Red' is one of the finest examples of the type. Part of the established Pulsar Series of seed-raised zonal pelargoniums, it produces generous rounded clusters of vivid scarlet-red single flowers on upright stems throughout the entire summer season, set against the characteristic rounded, mid-green foliage with its dark horseshoe-shaped zone markings. The Pulsar Series was developed specifically for compact, controlled growth and strong colour intensity, making 'Pulsar Red' a particularly reliable choice for gardeners who want consistent, high-impact results with minimal effort.

Red geraniums are a cornerstone of the British summer garden, and 'Pulsar Red' earns its place in both traditional and contemporary planting schemes. For a bold, classic display, plant it alongside white Alyssum or silver-leaved Senecio cineraria for a crisp red-and-white contrast. In a more dynamic container combination, pair it with deep purple Verbena and trailing Lobelia 'Sapphire' for a rich jewel-toned arrangement that carries colour from late spring right through to autumn. It is equally effective planted en masse as a bedding statement, or used as a vivid accent plant amongst mixed summer planting in a sunny border.

Plant Care

Plant out after all risk of frost has passed, typically from mid-May across most of the UK. 'Pulsar Red' performs best in a sunny, sheltered position in fertile, well-drained soil or a good quality peat-free multipurpose compost in containers. Allow the top layer of compost or soil to dry out between waterings — these plants are native to the semi-arid regions of southern Africa and are far more tolerant of dry conditions than of waterlogged roots.

Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser in spring and early summer to support foliage and early growth, then switch to a high-potash feed once flowering begins to sustain the long season of bloom. Remove spent flower heads promptly by snapping or cutting the entire stalk back to the main stem, which encourages the next flush of flowers. Pinching back growing tips in the first few weeks after planting produces a bushier, more branched plant with greater flower coverage. As a frost-tender plant, it will not survive outdoors over winter. Either replace with fresh plants the following spring, or lift before the first frosts and overwinter in a bright, frost-free space such as a conservatory or unheated greenhouse, cutting back by around a third before bringing indoors.

  • EAN code
    045033
  • Ultimate Height
    30-40cm
  • Ultimate Spread
    25-35cm
  • Flower Colour
    Vivid scarlet-red
  • Foliage Colour
    Green
  • Scent
    Slight
  • Care Guide
    Easy
  • Growth Rate
    Fast
  • Drought Tolerant
    No
  • Bee Friendly
    Yes
  • Pet Friendly
    Yes
  • Child Friendly
    Yes
  • Soil PH
    Neutral
  • Approximate Height
    15cm (5.90in)

Delivery Areas

We deliver within the M25 area of London. For deliveries of Pots & Planters outside this zone, we may be able to help on a case-by-case basis — please contact our sales team at [email protected]. You are also welcome to visit our garden centre in Kentish Town, where our team will be happy to help in person.

Delivery Costs & Delivery Day

Delivery charges are based on postcode zone within the M25. Enter your postcode at the top of this page to see your zone and cost, or check at checkout. You can also select your preferred delivery day at checkout.

Delivery Timeframes

We aim to deliver orders within 2–4 working days. During peak seasons, such as Christmas, delivery times may vary slightly due to increased demand. We will keep you informed at every stage.

Third-Party Couriers

For London postcodes outside a 5-mile radius of our Kentish Town garden centre, we may occasionally use a third-party courier for delivery. In these cases, we try our best to still deliver the items in the requested delivery time slot but please be aware that occasionally this may not always be possible and is out of our control.

Delivery Discrepancies

Please check your order as soon as it arrives. If there is any discrepancy — such as a missing, incorrect, or damaged item — please contact us within 48 hours of delivery so we can put things right. After this time, we will assume the order was received complete and in good condition. We are unable to take responsibility for damage that has occurred after this period.

Click & Collect

We encourage you to collect from our garden centre in Kentish Town — it saves on delivery costs and gives you the chance to see our full range of plants and products in person.

All Click & Collect orders must be collected within 7 days of being ready, unless a later date has been arranged with us in advance. If an order is not collected within this time, it will be cancelled and a refund issued.

Returns Policy

If you need to return an item, please contact us within 14 days of receipt to arrange a return or exchange. Products must be in their original condition and packaging. Plants may be non-refundable unless they arrive damaged or defective.

Items bought in-store or collected can be returned directly at the garden centre. If you would like us to collect a return and it is in good condition (e.g. you have changed your mind), it must be in its original condition, and the same delivery cost will apply for the return.

Plants marked as reduced for end-of-season clearance are non-refundable, as they are sold specifically to clear stock. This does not apply to special offers or multibuy promotions, which are eligible for returns as per our standard terms.

Questions about delivery or returns? Email [email protected] or call +44 (0) 20 7284 4999.

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