Pelargonium graveolens 'Apricot'

Sweet Scented Geranium

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Common Name:

Sweet Scented Geranium

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Pink

Foliage color:

Green Silver

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

90 cm

Sweet Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens 'Apricot') - Description

The true Pelargonium graveolens is an uncommon species in the Pelargonium genus, which is native to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, while the plants cultivated under this name (spelled P. 'Graveolens') differ from the wild specimens and are of hybrid origin (a probable cross between Pelargonium graveolens, P. capitatum and / or P.

Sweet Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens 'Apricot') - Blooming

Blooms when the weather gets warm.

Sweet Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens 'Apricot') - Growth

Pelargoniums perform best in climates that have hot, dry days and cool nights, similar to that of western South Africa. There are many species which result in varied plant needs. Can be grown outdoors year round in climates that have mild winters.

Sweet Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens 'Apricot') - Planting

Sow seeds from late winter to early spring when average temperatures rise above 70F. Stem cuttings can be taken in spring, late summer or early fall.

Sweet Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens 'Apricot') - Pest

Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites.

Sweet Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens 'Apricot') - Interesting facts

Plants in the genus Pelargonium are often times mistaken as members of the genus Geranium. Plants in Pelargonium do have the common name of Geranium, but from a botanical standpoint they are not true Geraniums. Pelargoniums are mostly native to South Africa, while true Geraniums are native to the Northern Hemisphere. Pelargoniums have woody bases and are all perennials, whereas true Geraniums are not all woody-based and include both annuals and perennials.