Pelargonium Lawrenceanum in Terracotta Pot
£19.00
notes
With its aromatic leaves and sprays of small, dark purple flowers with paler petal edges, which smell spicy at night, Pelargonium Lawrenceanum is an appealing species hybrid. It does tend to go dormant in early summer and lose its leaves, so reduce watering over this period. Each plant arrives planted in a terracotta 14cm (6in) pot.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 14cm (6in)
- Height and Spread: 40m (1ft 4in) x 20cm (8in)
Features
notes
With its aromatic leaves and sprays of small, dark purple flowers with paler petal edges, which smell spicy at night, Pelargonium Lawrenceanum is an appealing species hybrid. It does tend to go dormant in early summer and lose its leaves, so reduce watering over this period. Each plant arrives planted in a terracotta 14cm (6in) pot.
Insights
A joyful addition to your greenhouse or interior, these evergreen perennials can flower virtually all year round under the right conditions, bearing foliage that releases a beautiful scent upon touching them. Moreover, the leaves can be shredded and adopted as a fragrant accompaniment to a host of delights, from desserts and salads to cocktails and iced teas, whilst the flowers can be candied and used to decorate cakes.
Details
- Flowers: April - October
- Tender
Positioning
- Fertile, well-drained soil
- South, West and East aspect
- Full / partial sun
- Sheltered
Care
- Species Hybrid
- Deadhead during flowering season to prolong blooms
- Protect from winter conditions
- Once established, Geraniums require regular watering, although it is recommended to allow soil to dry between waterings, as they do not like to be left in wet soil
- In winter, it is recommended to keep in frost-free conditions, either on a sun filled windowsill or heated conservatory.
- Mildly toxic to pets and horses
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