Geranium plant named `BFP-838 Dark Red`

Abstract

A new and distinct Pelargonium×hortorum cultivar named `BFP-838 Dark Red` is provided. This new Zonal Geranium cultivar was the result of a controlled breeding program wherein a plant designated G4111-4 (non-patented in the United States) was pollinated by the `Fox` cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,083). The new cultivar forms attractive semi-double dark red florets. Attractive medium green foliage with zonation is well retained during shipment. The growth habit is self-branching and does not require the use of a growth regulator.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct Geranium plant named `BFP-838 Dark Red`, substantially as herein shown and described, which: (a) exhibits attractive semi-double dark red florets,   (b) forms attractive medium green foliage with zonation, and   (c) exhibits a medium self-branching growth habit in the absence of a growth regulator.