Description

Pelargonium sp.

Rose scented geranium.  Contains a beautiful rose scented oil which is extracted for use in perfumes. Clusters of pale pink flowers. Suitable for large containers or in-ground.

LIGHT
Sunny to partly shaded areas.

SOIL
They grow well in garden beds or pots in well-drained soil or potting mix, preferring a neutral to slightly acidic pH.

WATER
Water well when first planted but do not over water as scented geraniums don’t like to be kept too wet. Allow the soil to dry out a little between watering.

PRUNING
To maintain healthy looking bushy plants, prune them regularly especially during the warmer months when they are growing quickly.

FERTILISING
Scented geraniums do not need a lot of fertiliser. In fact too much nitrogen may diminish their scent. Fertilise them during their growing periods with a balanced complete fertiliser. Fish emulsion and  seaweed fertilisers are good or you can use slow release fertilisers applied just  as the weather starts to warm up.