Mantra™ Magenta Pelargonium

Mantra™ Magenta is an interspecific pelargonium with purple, lavender and violet flowers. Syngenta lists a mounding, upright habit and a mature height and width of 16–20 inches, with flowering from mid-spring through summer. Its vigorous growth and large flowers suit larger patio containers and landscape displays. [Syngenta product details](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/ams/product/flower/70080212) ## Placement Grow it in full sun or part sun and allow room for its mature spread. Syngenta describes the Mantra series as heat tolerant and pollinator friendly. The vivid flowers and dark green foliage can add a strong color accent to warm-season arrangements. ## Maintenance Use fertile, well-drained soil. Check container soil often and water when the surface begins to dry, especially in hot weather. In beds, water deeply during dry periods and avoid leaving roots in saturated soil. Remove faded flower clusters for a tidy appearance. [Iowa State University Extension](https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/faq/how-do-i-care-garden-geraniums) provides general garden-geranium care guidance.