Notes
Also called an oak leaved geranium, the species pelargonium ‘Quercifolium’ bears clusters of pinky mauve flowers with dark red markings, held against evergreen, highly aromatic palmate leaves, which have a sticky texture. Each plant arrives planted in a terracotta 15cm pot.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 15cm
- Height & Spread: 90cm (2ft 11in) x 50cm (1ft 7in)
Features
Insights
A joyful addition to your greenhouse or interior, Pelargoniums are evergreen perennials that can flower all through the season 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: May to November
- Tender
Positioning
- Fertile, well-drained soil
- South, East and West aspect
- Full sun or partial sunlight
Care
- Deadhead during flowering season to prolong blooms
- Protect from winter conditions
- Once established, pelargoniums 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.
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