Pelargonium quercifolium in Terracotta Pot
£20.00
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
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.
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.
Glossary
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