A rose scented Geranium with deeply cut, white edged gray leaves.
Pronunciation
(pe-lar-GO-nee-um)(grav-ee-OH-lens)
Plant Type
All Plants, Perennial Tender
Hardiness Zone
10-11
Sunlight
full
Moisture
average
Soil & Site
average
Growing Media
average patio
Flowers
small lavender flowers
Leaves
rose scented, deeply divided, gray with white borders
Maintenance
All scented Geraniums can be over wintered. Most plants will be large. Cut back the plants 50-75% and repot. Grow in a bright cool window, keep evenly moist and prune to maintain size.
Propagation
cuttings
Native Site
The species plant P.graveolens is native to northern part of South Africa.
Misc Facts
The species plant is seldom seen in the trade and has been superceded by the cultivars.
Notes & Reference
#58-Pelargoniums (Diana Miller), #89-Scented Geraniums (Becker and Brawner)