Texas Gardening: geranium for Houston area, 0 by Buns

Buns wrote:
I have been quite successful with my EverDead Geraniums. They start out alive, but then the next thing I know, they are Dead, and I have tried to keep at least one around to remind me not to try again, but alas every few years, I find a really pretty one and have to try them again.

I found the pictured one, called Geranium - Ragtime. I couldn't resist, oh poor plant, it is doomed, but as you can see, still alive on April 30, 2005. I've never seen one like it. If you know about these and have been successful, can you give me some information and tips, I fell in love with the foliage. Haven't a clue what color the bloom will be. But it would be fun to have one live. Flourish would be too much to ask, but live would be a nice start....Any Help, suggestions, etc would be appreciated.
Susan (Buns)