Pelargonium citriodorum
Pelargonium citriodorum
Pelargonium x citriodorum
Citron-scented geranium
The young plants arrived outside of their protective box. They probably looked like they had suffered during transport. They did not survive; they died two days after being repotted in the planter.
Mylène , 30/04/2024
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Description
Pelargonium 'Citriodorum' is commonly called the citron-scented geranium because of its aromatic foliage that releases a pleasant lemon scent, known to repel insects and mosquitoes. It is a small bush that bears palmate and lobed leathery leaves that are highly fragrant when touched. It discreetly blooms from June to September, bearing charming pale pink-mauve flowers with purple markings on the throat. It is perfect for flavouring jams, jellies, syrups, and teas. Grow it in full sun, in well-draining soil, as it is sensitive to excessive watering. Protect your pot from frost in winter, in a bright and cool location.
Pelargonium 'Citriodorum' is a botanical geranium native to South Africa. It is a woody and perennial bush with a rounded habit. It is sensitive to frost (-3°C (26.6°F)), but resistant to drought. It belongs to the Geraniaceae family. When grown in a pot, it reaches about 50 to 60cm (20 to 24in) in height and 40 to 45cm (16 to 18in) in width. The whole plant emits a pleasant smell reminiscent of lemon essence. Its ornamental foliage is composed of small rounded leaves divided into 5 lobes with strongly dentate edges, measuring 3 to 5cm (1 to 2in) wide. They display a bright light green colour. Flowering occurs from June to September. It takes the form of small 5-petalled pale pink-mauve flowers with fine purple lines on the throat. They measure about 3cm (1in) in diameter. The foliage persists all year round if there is no frost. In milder, coastal regions, this pelargonium can be grown in the ground, where it will reach 1.5m (5ft) in height and 1m (3ft) in width.
With a simple touch, Pelargonium 'Citriodorum' releases a delightful fragrance that has the added bonus of repelling mosquitoes. Plant it in a pot or in the ground in a place where you can touch it and pick its leaves as needed. It will look wonderful on a patio or in a conservatory. Scented geraniums are appreciated for perfuming the home, where they delight us with their unexpected and wonderful scents. After rainfall one day, we came across a bed of scented geraniums and spent a long time immersing ourselves in a symphony of delicate scents. It is one of our favourites, as you may have guessed! In mild climates, it perfectly withstands summer drought and requires very little maintenance, making it valuable for dry gardens, by the seaside.
Its leaves are used in perfumery to extract an essential oil. The flowers can be used to flavour jellies, and the edible leaves can be used in fruit salads. The leaves are also used in potpourri.
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Pelargonium
x citriodorum
Geraniaceae
Citron-scented geranium
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Planting and care
Plant in open ground after the last frosts. Choose a sunny location to promote flowering. You can also plant them in pots placed in a sheltered location, which you can bring out in May. Scented geraniums require well-drained soil, but not necessarily very rich. They will tolerate slightly chalky soil. Water moderately. In pots, regular watering is necessary in summer. You can keep your plants by bringing them indoors under a veranda or a cold greenhouse in winter. They can withstand temperatures of around -3°C (26.6°F)), but they will not survive winter in the garden, except by the seaside.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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