Pelargoniums from the LiA series are hard to miss, even among hundreds of varieties. The flowers in this series are perfectly selected—bright, striking, with enormous, cap-like inflorescences. Even a single flower can decorate an interior, bringing a cozy, warm, or festive atmosphere.
Pelargonium LiA: about selection
The LiA series was created by Ukrainian breeders Larisa and Artem Maznichenko (Kharkiv). The collection, bearing the LiA prefix (Larisa and Artem), includes many spectacular zonular varieties in a variety of colors.
| Name | Flower color | Flower size | Lighting requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| For Juliet | soft fuchsia | large | moderate |
| Leilani | soft pink | 4-5 cm | high |
| Laura | white | large | moderate |
| Caramel | white and pink | very large | moderate |
| Aphrodite | soft pink | semi-double | moderate |
| Victoria | white | large | high |
| 88 | white-pink-coral | amazing beauty | moderate |
| Mam'zelle Nitouche | coral shade | large | high |
| Kizomba | pink-fuchsia | large | high |
| Romeo | crimson, scarlet | terry | high |
| Marcelina | bright red | 5 cm | high |
| Marinel | coral red | large | moderate |
| Josephine | manganese | terry | moderate |
| Firebird | bright red | large | moderate |
| Hypnosis | scarlet | terry | moderate |
| Fiesta | soft scarlet | variegated | moderate |
| Adagio | fuchsia | large | moderate |
- ✓ The optimal temperature for growth and flowering of pelargoniums LiA is 18-22°C during the day and 12-15°C at night.
- ✓ To prevent fungal diseases, it is necessary to ensure good air circulation around the plants.
For Juliet
A beautiful zonartik with delicate fuchsia flowers gathered in loose, large inflorescences. The flowers in the center are lighter than those at the edges. The bushes are strong and compact, with long stems.
- • Water pelargoniums early in the morning so that the water has time to evaporate from the leaves before nightfall, reducing the risk of fungal diseases.
- • Use only settled water at room temperature to prevent stress on plants.
- × Avoid over-watering the soil, as this leads to root rot and death of the plant.
- × Avoid getting water on leaves and flowers when watering to prevent sunburn and fungal diseases.
Pros:
- blooms for a long time;
- endurance and unpretentiousness;
- versatility.
No defects were found.
Leilani
A spectacular zonarthik with delicate flowers. They are very large, 4-5 cm in diameter. The bushes are strong, compact, and neat. The petals are soft pink, with bright crimson highlights in the center.
Pros:
- blooms almost continuously;
- high decorative value.
Cons:
- demanding of growing conditions;
- does not tolerate direct sunlight.
Laura
A spectacular pelargonium with marshmallow-like blooms. This zonartik variety boasts large, white flowers. They are gathered in lush clusters, and the petals are tinged with a delicate pink. The centers are green. The shape of the flowers resembles chrysanthemums. Pelargonium Laura is a repeat-blooming variety. The bushes are fluffy and compact.
Pros:
- luxurious flowering;
- fast and powerful growth;
- tolerate heat well;
- The bushes do not require shaping.
No disadvantages were found in this variety.
Caramel
A beautiful zonartik with delicate white and pink inflorescences. The bushes are beautiful, spreading, and well-branched. The flowers are very large and double, with creamy-white petals and salmon-colored strokes radiating from the center.
Pros:
- beautiful flowering;
- no formation required;
- blooms for a long time.
Cons:
- demanding soil composition;
- does not tolerate rainy weather well (when grown outdoors).
Aphrodite
A zonal pelargonium with soft pink semi-double flowers. The leaves are velvety, medium green, with a dark zone.
Pros:
- abundant and long flowering;
- no formation required;
- unpretentiousness.
Cons:
- petals may fade in the sun;
- very afraid of drafts.
Victoria
A zonartik with large, double flowers. They are gathered in dense inflorescences resembling large, fluffy pom-poms. The flowers are white, slightly pinkish in the center, and the petals become lighter the further out. The bushes are compact.
Pros:
- spectacular inflorescences;
- the bushes do not require shaping;
- holds flowers for a long time.
Cons:
- do not tolerate rainy weather well;
- lighting requirements.
88
A spectacular variety with stunningly beautiful flowers. They are delicate, in shades of white, pink, and coral. The petals are more intense in the center, and almost white at the edges.
Pros:
- high decorative value;
- rapid growth;
- high immunity.
No defects were found.
Mam'zelle Nitouche
This luxurious pelargonium is a new addition to the LiA series. It boasts compact bushes and dark green, velvety leaves. The inflorescences are large, coral-hued, and lighter in the center than the center and edges. The petals are covered with vibrant stripes.
Pros:
- the bushes do not require shaping;
- quickly propagates by cuttings;
- beautiful and long-lasting flowering;
- unpretentiousness.
Cons:
- petals may fall off under unfavorable conditions;
- lighting requirements.
Kizomba
A zonarthic plant with slowly opening flowers. They gradually increase in size as they open. The inflorescences are large, almost perfectly spherical in shape. The petals are dense, and the color is pinkish-fuchsia. When half-opened, the flowers are oval.
Pros:
- unpretentiousness;
- reliable flowering in any conditions;
- resistance to heat, cold, rain.
Cons:
- bush formation is required;
- lighting requirements.
Romeo
A spectacular zonarthik with vibrant flowers. Their coloring combines literally every shade of red and pink. The petals shimmer with a variety of colors—crimson, scarlet, and more. The Romeo variety grows large and sturdy. The inflorescences are double, with the flowers tightly pressed together. This variety was bred in 2019, but is still rare.
Pros:
- very bright color;
- under favorable conditions it blooms all year round;
- lush flowering;
- large caps of inflorescences.
Cons:
- the bushes need to be formed;
- soil requirements.
Marcelina
A zonartik with enormous cap-like inflorescences. The color is an extremely bright red. The flowers are large, reaching 5 cm in diameter. The bushes are compact and strong, with one bloom flowing smoothly into the next—the plant blooms almost continuously.
Pros:
- rapid growth;
- early and long flowering;
- large and bright inflorescences;
- no formation required;
- unpretentiousness.
Cons:
- lighting requirements;
- Under unfavorable conditions, petals may fall off.
Marinel
A beautiful zonartic with standard bushes. This zonal variety has dark green leaves and coral-red flowers. The inflorescences are large, reminiscent of large, fluffy pom-poms. The flower stalks are long and strong. The plant blooms in spring even without a cold winter.
Pros:
- spectacular and long flowering;
- large inflorescences;
- heat resistance;
- tolerates sprinkling well.
Cons:
- flowers may fade under direct sunlight;
- demanding soil composition.
Josephine
A zonal dwarf pelargonium. It grows slowly. It has double flowers of a rich manganese color. The inflorescences are large, dense, and beautifully shaped. The base of the flowers is brightly colored. The petals are curved toward the center.
Pros:
- does not require formation;
- original paint;
- tolerates heat well;
- large flowers;
- The plant is beautiful at all stages of vegetation.
Cons:
- petals do not tolerate rain well;
- demanding watering regime.
Firebird
A double pelargonium with stunning flowers of unusual coloring. It's difficult to describe in just one word. The Firebird's flowers are bright red with an orange tint, large, and feature double petals. The bushes are strong and spreading. This dwarf variety belongs to the zonal group of pelargoniums.
Pros:
- unusual color;
- abundant flowering;
- large-flowered;
- endurance.
Cons:
- flowers may fade under direct sunlight;
- demanding watering regime.
Hypnosis
Pelargonium with scarlet, double flowers, gathered in fairly dense inflorescences. The petals are slightly lighter on the underside, and the flower stalks are strong and long. The bushes are compact and well-branched.
Pros:
- spectacular flowering;
- blooms for a long time;
- unpretentiousness.
No disadvantages were found in this variety.
Fiesta
A stunningly beautiful zonal pelargonium with variegated blooms. The petals appear delicate scarlet, but their coloring is uneven—the white background is densely speckled and splashed with bright red.
Pros:
- abundant and long-lasting flowering;
- high decorative value.
Cons:
- demanding soil composition;
- under unfavorable growing conditions they can be affected by various diseases.
Adagio
A zonal dwarf pelargonium. It grows into a small, neat bush that grows wider than it does tall. The inflorescences are 12-13 cm in diameter. The flowers are large and double, each 5 cm in diameter. The color is fuchsia.
Pros:
- strong peduncles;
- bright flowers;
- does not require formation.
No disadvantages have been found in this dwarf variety.
Pelargoniums LiA will appeal to lovers of flowers with lush and spectacular blooms. This series features many varieties with bright and delicate blooms, all of which are extremely attractive and make exquisite additions to the most prestigious interiors, and in summer, to garden plots and parks.