Container Gardening made “EEZE” with Dümmen Orange’s Geranium Big EEZE Pink Batik!
Big EEZE Pink Batik is an interspecific geranium that is an All-America Selections Winner for superior container performance! The whimsical pink and white mosaic flower pattern will keep its color and thrive all summer long in planters at your home.
Geraniums are not just your grandmother’s plant anymore. With newer breeding of interspecific types, container gardening has never been easier, and less maintenance is required.
What is an interspecific geranium?
An interspecific geranium is a cross between a zonal geranium and an ivy geranium.
- Zonal geraniums grow bushy and upright with thick, fleshy stems. The flowers are densely packed in groups known as umbels. Together they form the familiar “ball-like” flower heads. Zonals perform well in flowerbeds, individual pots, and baskets.
- Ivy geraniums create incredible cascades of flowers and are also known as trailing geraniums. The flowers of ivy geraniums appear in cascading groups of small flowers. They are perfect for hanging baskets, window boxes, and other containers.
The best of both worlds!
As an interspecific geranium, a cross between a zonal and ivy type, you get the best characteristics from both. With Big EEZE Pink Batik, you get the heat tolerance of an ivy, but with the classic looks of a zonal with super-sized flower power.
How are interspecific geraniums created?
Selective breeding combines the two and pulls in the best features of each. The habit can vary by being compact, medium, or large. Preferred features can be exceptional heat tolerance, great branching, tons of flower power, leaf color, and single or double flowers. Special breeding can also create unique flower colors such as the Batik pattern. These varieties go through rigorous testing by trialing them in different climates. If the testing and trialing are successful, they are then released to be commercial and then enjoyed by gardeners everywhere.
What makes Big EEZE Pink Batik a winner?
The upright, medium to large habit, makes them great for planters or containers. They have super-sized flower umbels on sturdy stems that are held high above lush, green foliage. These showy flowers catch the eye from afar adorning porches or gracing your front entrance, with vibrant hues, perfect for adding a splash of color. You can’t beat the unique mosaic pattern that Pink Batik offers.
Choosing the right plant for a container involves considering several key factors to ensure its success and visual appeal:
- Size: Opt for plants that fit the size of your container and won’t outgrow it too quickly. Big EEZE Pink Batik only grows to about 12-18 inches making it ideal for patio planters.
- Growth habit: Look for plants with a bushy growth habit rather than ones that tend to sprawl or vine excessively. This will help maintain a neat and tidy appearance in the container. An interspecific variety like Pink Batik has a medium to vigorous but upright habit making it easier to manage and maintain in a container.
- Watering needs: Select plants that are drought-tolerant or have moderate watering needs.
- Light requirements: Consider the amount of sunlight your container receives and choose plants that thrive in those conditions. Some plants prefer full sun, while others do better in partial or full shade.
- Temperature tolerance: Ensure the plant you choose can withstand the temperature fluctuations typical of container gardening. Big EEZE Pink Batik and the full series of Big EEZE geraniums are known for their heat and humidity tolerance and versatility.
- Aesthetic appeal: Finally, select plants that complement each other and are appealing to you. Consider factors such as color, texture, and seasonal interest to design attractive container displays. Big EEZE Pink Batik’s striking mosaic dark pink pattern on super-sized light pink blooms will be sure stand out in your containers.
