{"product_id":"pelargonium-barklyi","title":"Pelargonium barklyi","description":"\u003cp\u003ePelargonium barklyi is a highly sought-after geophytic species from South Africa, grown primarily for its remarkable foliage rather than its flowers. The rounded leaves are covered in soft hairs and display intricate dark veining over a silver-green background, creating a striking appearance even when the plant is dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis winter-growing species develops a small underground tuber (caudex) and enters dormancy during the warmer months. Mature plants are prized by collectors of caudiciforms, geophytes and unusual Pelargoniums.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light to morning sun.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during active winter growth. Reduce watering significantly once leaves begin to die back.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers cool to mild conditions during growth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very free-draining mix with excellent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light applications of fertiliser during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small to medium\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White to pale pink with darker markings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter to spring\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage may have a light Pelargonium scent when handled\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact species, typically under 20 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter-growing geophyte with underground tuber\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer dormant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most desirable foliage Pelargoniums in cultivation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cactus - Ben","offers":[{"title":"66mm Pot","offer_id":51825707843872,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/20260612_144507.jpg?v=1781239725","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/pelargonium-barklyi","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}