Botanical Name: Pelargonium × hortorum ‘Savannah® Really Red’

Common Name: Annual Geranium, Zonal Geranium

Hardiness Zone: Grown as an Annual in Most Climates; Perennial in USDA Zones 10–11

Size: 12–18" Tall × 12–18" Spread

Growth Habit: Upright, Compact, Well-Branched Habit

Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Soil: Well-Drained Soil; Performs Best in Average to Fertile Garden Soil

Water Needs: Moderate; Allow Soil to Dry Slightly Between Waterings

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost

Fertilizer: Light, Regular Feeding During Active Growth

Features: Rich True Red Blooms, Exceptional Color Saturation, Strong Stems

Uses: Containers, Landscape Beds, Borders, Mass Plantings

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

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More About Geranium ‘Savannah® Really Red’

Savannah® Really Red delivers classic geranium color at its best, with deep, true red blooms that remain vivid all season long. The flowers are bold and saturated, providing instant impact in containers, borders, and mass plantings. Unlike many red geraniums, this variety resists fading in intense sun.

Its growth habit is compact and well-branched, ensuring even coverage and strong flower presentation. Reliable blooming continues through summer and into fall with minimal maintenance.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, Savannah® Really Red consistently stood out as one of the most reliable red geraniums in high heat and intense sun. The blooms maintained deep, true red coloration without fading, bronzing, or dulling—common issues with many red varieties during midsummer. Flower heads stayed upright and well-supported, contributing to a clean, structured look even during prolonged stress.

Equally impressive was the plant’s overall habit. Savannah® Really Red held a compact, well-branched form without stretching or thinning, allowing for even coverage and consistent flower presentation across the canopy. We especially like this variety for gardeners who want classic red geranium color paired with modern breeding improvements that deliver durability, uniformity, and season-long polish.

Savannah® Really Red vs. Other Geraniums

Savannah® Really Red is the most classic and authoritative color in the Savannah® Series, delivering true red with exceptional depth and consistency. It provides instant structure and visual weight in plantings, backed by a compact, sturdy habit that holds up in extreme heat. This is the variety that defines the traditional geranium look—refined through modern breeding.

Compared to Savannah® Oh So Orange, Really Red feels more formal and grounded, while Orange brings energy and motion. Against Savannah® Light Salmon, it’s deeper and more commanding. When set beside Savannah® White, the contrast is crisp and timeless, while Savannah® Blue softens its intensity. Compared to Lavender Splash, Really Red favors bold simplicity over pattern. Gardeners trust it for classic red color that performs flawlessly all season.