They are typically available from March through June, and will flower continuously if provided with enough light in the home. Many new types are available, including vining and hanging basket cultivars. They can be purchased in various stages of growth and in many different types of containers.
Flower colors are usually pink, red or white.
They are commonly used in hanging baskets and window boxes. They are not heat-tolerant and will not perform as well outdoors as the common geranium. Each container must have good drainage. The potting medium should be well-drained and high in organic matter. A good mixture might contain equal parts of garden loam, peat moss and coarse sand or perlite.