Pelargonium tomentosum (Peppermint Geranium)
Peppermint Geranium, Peppermint-Scented Geranium
Very aromatic, award-winning Pelargonium tomentosum (Peppermint Geranium) is a low-growing, spreading, evergreen sub-shrub boasting velvety, strongly peppermint-scented, heart-shaped leaves. The large, rounded leaves, 4 in. across (10 cm), are covered with fine short hairs making them soft to the touch. Blooming from spring to summer, tiny white flowers are produced in dainty clusters above the fragrant foliage. Their two upper petals are adorned with purple markings. Perfect for containers and small spaces, Peppermint Geranium can be grown successfully indoors too. The peppermint-scented leaves can be used as a culinary herb.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
- Grows up to 24 in. tall (60 cm) and 36 in. wide (90 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in fertile, neutral to alkaline, well-drained soils. Afternoon shade is appreciated in hot climates. Provide good ventilation, and water moderately during the growing season from spring to summer, and only sparingly in winter. Drought tolerant, once established.
- Perfect addition to beds and borders, city gardens, coastal gardens, cottage gardens, Mediterranean gardens or containers.
- Keep an eye out for vine weevil, caterpillars, thrips, grey moulds.
- Deadhead and remove yellowing leaves. Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring, late summer or early autumn.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to South Africa
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Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 12 |
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials, Shrubs |
Plant Family | Pelargonium - Geraniums |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 12 |
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials, Shrubs |
Plant Family | Pelargonium - Geraniums |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |