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Beautiful scented & non-scented leaf pelargoniums species in a variety of leaf forms, fragrances, flower colours and plant sizes.

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Pelargonium  aridum

An elegant pelargonium with delicate finely divided green to brownish green leaves and pale yellow flowers arranged in an inflorescence of up to five flowers. Pelargonium aridum is a low-growing semi-succulent tufted plant that grows to about 30 cm/12 inches in height and has a large underground tuberous root, it is also deciduous in Winter. This plant prefers slightly sandy soil conditions in part shade and is ideal for medium-sized pots preferably on the window sill or grown underneath larger plants in the garden.   

Light yellow flowers

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Pelargonium  australe

An elegant shrublet with long flowering stems and tight clusters of up to twelve white to light pink flowers with darker markings. This plant is native to Australia in areas of New South Wales & Victoria where it is known as the native storks bill and Austral storks bill. It is a low-growing upright spreading plant that grows to about  30 cm /12 inches in height and has ovate leaves with shallow lobes. This plant prefers slightly sandy soil conditions in full sun to part shade and grows well in medium-large sized pots, grown in the garden or a rock garden.

Austral storks bill

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Pelargonium  asperum

A Beautiful pelargonium with rose scented deeply incised triangular leaves and pale pink flowers with darker markings, arranged in an inflorescence of about 4-5 flowers. Its foliage is used in the production of essential oil for aromatherapy & perfume and is a cultivar believed to be a cross between P. capitatum & radens. P. asperum is an upright shrub that grows to about 1 m/40 inches in height and prefers slightly sandy/moist soil conditions in part shade, ideal for medium-sized pots, in a scented garden or planted close to the house.

Beautiful pale pink flowers

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Pelargonium  cucullatum

A tough pelargonium with large slightly scented pinkish-purple flowers with dark purple markings which attract bees, moths, birds and butterflies. The rounded toothed leaves tilt upwards forming a cup shape and are scented on some plants which release a pleasant sweet fragrance when crushed. P. cucullatum is a tall upright branching slightly woody plant that grows to 200 cm (78 inches) in height, It originates from South Africa in the Western Cape where it grows in sandy coastal areas. Best planted in the garden in a sheltered place or in grown in a larger pot.

Cup shaped slightly fragrant  leaves

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Pelargonium  betulinum

Birch leaved pelargonium

A beautiful pelargonium with a natural charm, the leaves have a slight camphor scent and resemble that of a birch leaf which is ovate and toothed, when crushed the aroma is released and is used for essential oil, ointment and steam inhalation for coughs & chest complaints. The flowers are pink or purple with purple markings on the upper petals & each flowering stalk has about 3-4 flowers. P. betulinum is an upright slightly woody shrublet which grows to about 130 cm/51 inches in height and prefers well-drained slightly sandy soil conditions in full sun to part shade. Best planted in the garden in a sheltered place or grown in large pots.

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Pelargonium  denticulatum

This is a pelargonium of exceptional delicacy & charm, the leaves are balsam-scented finely divided, triangular and sticky to the touch which can be used for essential oil and to add flavour to food & beverages. The foliage can also be included in flower arrangements. It has pinkish-purple flowers with darker markings on the upper petals in clusters of about 3-6 flowers. P. denticulatum is a low-growing shrub which reaches about 150 cm/59 inches in height and prefers slightly sandy soil conditions in part shade. The name “denticulatum” is derived from the Latin word meaning small teeth referring to the sharp pointed toothed margins along the edge of the leaves. It is ideal for larger pots, planted in the garden, in fragrant gardens or near water features.

Tooth leaved pelargonium

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Pelargonium  elongatum

A delightful low-growing pelargonium with kidney-shaped leaves which have a dark brown horseshoe zone in the centre and are shallow-lobed on long thin petioles. The flowers are cream with narrow petals and red veins, but occasionally have a touch of pink on the petals. P. elongatum is a small straggling ground-covering plant which prefers to grow under or next to taller plants in the garden. Best planted in medium-sized pots or larger pots mixed with other plants, window boxes or planted in the garden.

Cream coloured flowers

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Pelargonium  grandiflorum

This Pelargonium bears Large, creamy white flowers of exceptional beauty with dark reddish purple markings & bluish-green digitate leaves with a waxy texture. P. grandifolium is an upright slightly woody shrub-like plant which grows to about 50 cm (20 inches) in height, with digitate leaves and large white flowers, in an inflorescence of about 2-3 blooms. It is native to South Africa in the South Western & Western Cape where it grows on mountainsides and among rocky sandstones. Best planted in the garden, as a border plant, rock garden or in a medium to large-sized pot.

Large creamy white flowers

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Pelargonium  salmoneum  

One of the most colourful of the pelargonium species with delicate salmon pink coloured flowers and darker veins on the upper petals, the leaves are semi-succulent, thick and fold upwards. P. peltatum is an upright branching slightly succulent shrub that grows to about 150 cm/59 inches in height and prefers full sun to part shade. This plant originates from the Eastern Cape Province and is ideal for medium to large pots, planted in the garden or combined with other plants to add colour.

Salmon pink flowers

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Pelargonium  viscossimum

An interesting variety that was once a popular garden plant during the 1870s, it has palmate shallow-lobed aromatic leaves with dark veins. The flowers are white or pale pink with reddish-pink markings on the upper petals & each flowering stalk has about 5 flowers. P. visscossimum is an upright branching shrub with a sticky texture on the leaves that can stick to your fingers, the name “visscossimum” is derived from the Latin word ‘visco’ meaning having a glue or make sticky. It grows to about 100 cm/39 inches in height and prefers sandy/loam soil conditions in full sun, ideal for fragrant gardens or medium to large pots.

Aromatic shallow lobed leaves

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Pelargonium  vitifolium

One of the most reliable and hardy pelargonium species in cultivation with lemony pungent scented heart-shaped coarsely toothed leaves, which can be used for essential oil and has a citronella-like aroma. The flowers are white, pink or pale purple with darker markings on the upper petals and each flowering stalk has about 10 flowers. P. vitifolium is a large upright slightly woody shrub which grows to about 100 cm/39 inches in height and when grown in a Mediterranean-type climate this shrub can grow over quite a large area of the garden if not pruned and can survive for short periods of frost or snow when fully grown, although a plant fleece is advised. This plant is ideal for large pots, large gardens, fragrant gardens and gardens with water features.

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Vine leaved pelargonium

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A striking pelargonium with large clusters of about 50 very bright pink flowers, the leaves are circular with rounded teeth usually with a brown or dark purple zone in the centre. P. zonale is an upright scrambling shrublet which reaches a height of 100 cm/39 inches and can grow in various soil types in full sun to part shade. The botanical name Zonale refers to the dark zone on the centre of the leaf and originates from a wide area of the Eastern Cape Province. It is ideal for medium to large-sized pots or planted in the garden.

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Pelargonium  zonale  

Inflorescence of bright pink flowers

Pelargonium  papilionaceum

Butterfly pelargonium

An attractive pelargonium with beautiful butterfly-like flowers, the upper petals which turn backwards are considerably larger than the lower and are purplish pink with dark purple markings, each flowering stalk has about 5-10 flowers. The leaves are heart-shaped, shallowly lobed and have a pungent musky scent. P. papilionaeum is an upright branching shrub which grows to about 2 metres/6 ½ ft in height and prefers sandy loam soil conditions in part shade. It is native to the Eastern & Western Cape where it grows on mountainsides and at the edge of forests, usually in shady areas near streams.

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Pelargonium  peltatum    

A beautiful trailing pelargonium with attractive leaves and flowers. The leaves are slightly fragrant, rounded, fleshy and slightly succulent with a dark circular zone in the centre. The flowers can vary in colour from pastel shades of white, pink or pale purple & each flowering stalk has about 2-9 flowers. The attractive foliage can be included in flower arrangements and the flower petals can be used to create a bluish-grey dye on various textiles. P. peltatum is a trailing slightly succulent plant that likes to trail through other shrubs or trees and is ideal for hanging baskets, window boxes, medium sized pots or planted next to trees or trellis.

Pale pink, white or  purple pink flowers

Pelargonium  quercifolium  

 A delightful pelargonium with attractive triangular oak-leaf balsam scented leaves which are rough in texture and can be added to potpourri and sachets, inside freshly washed clothing to deter insects. The flowers are light to dark pink with dark purple markings on the upper petals & each flowering stalk has about 2-6 flowers. P. quercifolium is a tall upright branching shrub which grows to about 150 cm/59 inches in height and can grow in various soil types. The name “quercifolium” is derived from the Latin word “ quercus”meaning oak tree and the leaves are used for essential oil and for herbal remedies. It is ideal for fragrant gardens, rock gardens, large pots and containers.

Oak leaf pelargonium

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Pelargonium  quinquelobatum

Five lobed leaf pelargonium     

An elegant pelargonium with unusual greenish-grey-blue flowers which changes to bluish-pink as it ages with pink veins and bright orange pollen, each flowering stalk contains about 5 flowers. The leaves are a dull shade of blue to bright green and triangular with five lobes.  P. quinquelobatum is an upright branching shrub with a tuberous root which grows to about 75 cm/29 inches in height and can grow in various soil types in full sun to part shade. Best grown in a pot or planted in the garden or combined with other plants to add colour.

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Pelargonium  scabrum

A delightful pelargonium with rhomboidal shaped strong lemon-scented leaves and a rough texture, also known as the rough-leaved pelargonium. The flowers are white with purple markings on the upper petals, each flower stalk has about 6 flowers. P. scabrum is an upright branching shrub which grows to about 100 cm/39 inches in height and prefers dry sandy loam soil conditions in full sun. The name “scabrum” is derived from the Latin word Scaber meaning having a raised texture, this refers to the leaves of this plant which are covered with rough hairs. It is ideal for pots, fragrant gardens, rock gardens and succulent gardens.

Rough leaved pelargonium

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Pelargonium  tomentosum

This charming pelargonium bears soft velvety peppermint-scented leaves and small white flowers with purple markings on the upper petals. Fresh leaves can be used in food & beverages and are traditionally added to a chocolate cake by placing the leaves at the base of a baking tin before adding the mix. P. tomentosum is a low-growing shrub with long spreading branches which grows to about 50 cm/20 inches in height and prefers sandy loam conditions in part shade or sun part of the day. The name “tomentosum” is derived from the botanical word Tomentose meaning covered in hairs, this refers to the soft hairy leaves of this plant. It is ideal for fragrant gardens, pots, as ground cover or combined with other plants to add colour.

Mint scented pelargonium

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Pelargonium  radens

A particularly charming pelargonium with delicate rose/lemon scented grey green finely divided triangular leaves, the flowers are light purple to pink with purple markings on the upper petals & each flowering stalk has about 3-6 flowers.  P. radens is a tall upright shrub which grows to about 100 cm/40 in height and prefers slightly moist soil conditions, preferably underneath or next to taller plants. It is ideal for medium to large pots, fragrant gardens, succulent/rock gardens, or next to water features.

Multifid pelargonium

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Pelargonium  greytonense        

Sweet  aromatic leaves

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A graceful shrub with a sweet aromatic scent on the leaves that are three-lobed and palmate resembling a palm of a hand in form, the flowers are white to pink with dark red markings on the upper petals. This plant was given the name “Greytonese” because it was first discovered in the small town of Greyton in the Western Cape, South Africa where it was named after the governor of the Cape at the time Sir George Grey. Pelargonium greytonense is an upright slightly woody hairy shrublet which grows to about 100 cm (39 inches). Best planted in the garden alongside other plants or shrubs, in medium-sized pots or in a fragrant garden.

Pelargonium  multicaule

This plant bears attractive purplish pink flowers with deep purple markings on the upper petals and each flowering stalk has about 5 flowers, the leaves are light green and triangular. P. multicaule is a low-spreading branching shrublet which grows to about 30 cm/11 inches in height and prefers well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It originates from the Western Cape Province where it grows in mountainous areas. Best planted in hanging baskets, window boxes, in small-medium sized pots or as ground cover.

 Pink flowers

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Pelargonium  Longicaule

Butterfly bush

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A striking pelargonium with long elegant stems and dark green deeply divided leaves, the flowers are white to pale pink flowers with larger upper petals and dark veins that resemble a butterfly in form on long peduncles also known as the butterfly bush. Pelargonium longicaule is a low growing slightly woody trailing shrublet that grows up to 50 cm /20 inches and dark green leaves which have a reddish tint. The name longicaule is derived from the Latin word ‘longus’ meaning long and ‘caulis’ meaning stem, this refers to the long stems of this plant. It prefers sandy loam soil conditions in full sun to part shade and is ideal for hanging baskets, window boxes and small-medium sized pots.

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Pelargonium  odoratissimum

An impressive variety with lovely light green velvety leaves which have a strong apple-like scent, the flowers are white with purple markings on the upper petals & each flowering stalk has about 3-8 flowers. P. odoratissum is a low-growing shrublet with short stems and grows to about 50 cm/20 inches in height, the name “odoratissmum” is derived from the Latin word meaning sweet-scented. Essential oil from this plant is commonly used in aromatherapy, skincare and as a natural preservative, fresh leaves can also be added to food & beverages. It prefers slightly sandy soil conditions in full sun to part shade and is ideal for fragrant gardens, window boxes, hanging baskets or pots.

Sweet scented pelargonium

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Pelargonium  Capitatum

Pelargonium capitatum was one of the scented geraniums that were greatly admired by the Victorians who included them in bouquets, potpourri, flavouring deserts and also in jellies & cakes. It has delicate soft rose-scented ovate crinkled leaves which soften the skin when applied to the hands and is great for hardened skin and scratches. The flowers are purple-pink with darker markings, arranged in an inflorescence of about 10-20 flowers which attract honey bees. It originates from South Africa in sandy areas where it grows to a low shrub about 100 cm in height, ideal for pots, planted in the garden or a meadow habitat.

Rose scented pelargonium

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A  pelargonium with a rather different character to other scented varieties, the light green kidney shapes leaves have a very strong fruity scent and are similar to that of a gooseberry leaf which can be added to potpourri, sachets or scented pillows. Its flowers are small, bright reddish-purple with darker markings on the upper petals & each flowering stalk has about 3-5 flowers. P. grossularioides is a low-spreading plant with long reddish stems and grows to about 30 cm/11 inches in length. The name “grossularioides” is derived from the Latin word meaning gooseberry. This plant prefers slightly sandy soil conditions and is ideal for fragrant gardens, window boxes, hanging baskets or pots.

Pelargonium  grossularioides

Gooseberry leaved pelargonium

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Pelargonium glutinosum

A tall shrub which bears beautiful pastel pink flowers & darker purple markings on the upper petals in clusters of about 1-8 flowers. The leaves are balsam-scented, palmately 3-lobed and triangular. P. glutinosum is an upright branching slightly woody shrub which grows to about 100 cm/39 in in height and prefers slightly moist soil conditions. It is native to the moist or mountainous areas of the Eastern & Western Cape and is ideal for large pots & containers, herb/fragrant gardens and gardens with water features. The botanical name “glutinosum” originates from the Latin word gluten meaning glue referring to the sticky leaves of this plant.

Balsam scented pelargonium

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Pelargonium  hispidum

Hispid pelargonium

A pelargonium with exquisite charm, The flowers resemble a small figure in form and are light to dark pink with purple markings on the upper petals & each flowering stalk has about 6-12 flowers. It has balsam-scented palm-shaped leaves which are covered in short hairs, resembling a maple leaf. P. hispidum is an upright branching shrub which grows to about 200 cm/78 inches in height and prefers sandy soil & organic matter (PH sandy/loam) in full sun & part shade. It is ideal for large pots, as a large garden shrub in a sheltered position, at the back of a flower bed, or fragrant gardens and gardens with water features.

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Pelargonium  mollicomum

Exotic pineapple scented pelargonium

An attractive graceful pelargonium with a slightly exotic appearance, it has creamy white flowers with thin purple lines on the upper petals & each flowering stalk has about 1-5 flowers. The light green rounded leaves are crinkled with scalloped margins and are pineapple scented with a dark zone in the centre, an essential oil can be extracted from the leaves. P. mollicomum is a low-growing shrub which reaches about 50 cm/20 inches in height and prefers slightly sandy soil conditions. The name “mollicomum” is derived from the Latin word meaning soft hairs and is ideal for fragrant gardens, window boxes, hanging baskets or pots.

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Pelargonium  multibracteatum

White flowers & soft zoned rounded leaves

A charming pelargonium with lightly scented soft green rounded lobed leaves with a dark zone in the centre on branching stems, the flowers are white with a slight pink tinge at the base and each flowering stalk has about 5-16 flowers. P. Multibracteatum is a spreading shrub which reaches about 50 cm/20 inches in height. The name “multibracteatum” refers to the many bracts of this plant which is native to East Africa, Somalia, Ethiopia, Sudan & Arabia. It is ideal as pot plant or planted in the garden.

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Pelargonium  ranunculophyllum

Horse shoe zoned pelargonium   

A lovely graceful pelargonium with attractive rounded palmately lobed leaves with a reddish to deep purple zone (horseshoe) in the centre. The flowers are narrow and white to pink sometimes with reddish markings on the upper petals on long flower stalks which contains about 2-3 flowers. P. ranunculophyllum is a low-growing plant with long delicate stems and is smaller in size than P. alchemilloides which has similar characteristics and thinner stems. It is native to the Eastern Cape where it grows in rocky sandstone or on mountainsides over 1000 m. Best grown in part shade in pots, planted in the garden or combined with other plants.

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Pelargonium  reniforme                New

Kidney-leaved pelargonium

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A lovely pelargonium with bright pink to magenta flowers on long branching flower stalks which contain about 10 blooms. The leaves are greyish green and kidney to heart shaped with a velvety texture, known for its use in traditional medicine for the treatment of dysentery, bronchitis, curling ulcers of the stomach and as a liver tonic in South Africa. P. reniforme is an upright or trailing shrub with small tuberous roots and reaches to a height of about 40 cm/15 inches, ideal as a pot plant or planted in the garden in warmer climates.  it is native to the  Eastern Cape in  dry sandy flat ground.

Pelargonium  cordifolium

An attractive shrub with impressive pink to purple pink flowers, the two upper petals are larger with three lower narrow petals and dark purple veining, each flowering stalk has about 8 flowers. The light apple-scented leaves are heart-shaped, dark grey-green and can be flat or curled. Its attractive flowers & foliage can be used in flower arrangements. P. cordifolium is a branching slightly woody shrub which grows to about 150 cm/59 in height and prefers slightly moist soil conditions. It is ideal for pots & containers, herb/fragrant gardens and gardens with water features. This plant is native to the Eastern and Western Cape where it grows in coastal areas and close to the edge of forests.

Heart-leaved Pelargonium

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Pelargonium  tongaense

A very attractive pelargonium with bright red scarlet flowers that attract butterflies and other wildlife, each flowering stalk contains about 3-8 flowers. P. Tongaense has a slightly exotic appearance and green fleshy-toothed leaves with triangular lobes. It is a semi-upright low-growing plant with slightly succulent stems and grows to about  20 cm/ 8 inches. This plant originates from South Africa where it grows in forests in humid, shady areas and is ideal for medium-sized pots or planted in the garden underneath larger shrubs or trees.

Bright red flowers- Tonga pelargonium

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Pelargonium  graveolens  

Sweet  scented geranium

An old classic pelargonium also known as the old-fashioned rose geranium has pink to light purple flowers & darker markings on the upper petals, each flowering stalk has about 5-10 flowers. The soft velvety triangular deeply incised leaves have a rosy mint scent and have been well known since the 17th century for their use in food & beverages, tea, potpourri & perfume, it is also used in the production of rose geranium essential oil. P graveolens is an upright branching slightly woody shrub that reaches about 150 cm/29 inches & is ideal for pots or fragrant gardens

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Pelargonium  graveolens L’Her

Rose geranium

A beautiful pelargonium similar to P. graveolens but with long spreading branches and pale pink flowers, believed to be a cross between P. graveolens x P. radens which is used for its rose oil in perfume, soap and also toothpaste. The flowers are a delicate shade of pink with thin purple lines on the upper petals arranged in clusters of about 1-7 flowers on long flowering stems.  P. graveolens L’ Her is an upright shrub with a spreading growth often trailing along the ground and up walls to reach towards the light and prefers slightly sandy soil conditions in semi-shade. This plant is ideal for fragrant gardens, rock gardens, or pots. As this pelargonium is a cross between two species, one or two plants from seed may differ slightly.

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