Citronella Scented Geranium
Pelargonium graveolens
pel-ar-GOH-nee-um grav-ee-OH-lenz
Edibles: Herb
Min. Temp
Tender: 36°
Upright, evergreen, tender perennial with deeply cut, crinkled and serrated, soft green leaves. Strongly scented, the leaves excude a delicious, sharp citrus scent when bruised. Produces small lavender pink flowers in summer. Deadhead spent flowering stems.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Green
Fall Foliage
Green
Flower Color
Pink
Blooming Time
Late Spring - to hard frost, if proper care is given
Habit
Mounding
Height
24–36 in
Spread
24–36 in
Form
Single
Characteristics
Type
Open-Pollinated
Safety
Toxic to Dogs/Cats
Growth Rate
Fast
Traits
Pest Control
Tolerance/Resistance
Citronella Scented Geranium
Attracts
Doesn't Attract Beneficials
Uses/Placement
Edging
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Sun
Soil Texture
Loamy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Average
Soil PH
Slightly Acidic: 6.0-6.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly acidic soil
PH Correction
High pH may cause iron chlorosis
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Light Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Rooting & Blooming
Fertilizer Timing
Early Spring
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Moderate
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Trademarked cultivar
Division Timing
Rarely Needs Division
Fruit and Pollination
Days to Harvest
90 Days
Fruit Size
Large
Fruit Characteristics
Citronella Scent