Pelargonium x fragrans

Scented Geranium

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Aromatic shrub with lobed leaves releasing apple or citrus scents when crushed. Produces small clusters of pink or red flowers in spring.
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Plant Details

Common Name Scented Geranium
Family Geraniaceae
Genus Pelargonium
Species X Fragrans
Origin South Africa
Blooming Spring to Summer, small clustered flowers
Leaf Color Grey-green to dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with perlite and coarse sand

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Watering

Water when top soil is dry. Reduce significantly in winter for dormancy to prevent rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun outdoors; bright indirect light indoors to prevent leggy growth

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Fertilization

Liquid balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring-Sept)

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Pruning

Pinch growing tips early season; heavy prune after flowering to maintain compact shape

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 45000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1800 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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