Pelargonium Species, Scented Geranium

I received a piece of this plant that was being removed from our Master Gardener beds in Montgomery County Texas. The sad little piece w...Read Moreas placed in a bed where I put my orphan plants. Today, it's thriving and it must be cut back soon before it overtakes other plants. The unusual leaves give much contrast to any place it grows.

I received a cutting for free from a local nursery. Ever since the roots developed, the plant has really taken off. At least one new le...Read Moreaf a week. Im overwintering right now without a hitch, and water once approx every two weeks or so. Believe it or not, the citronela scent deters mesquitos. Try it yourself and see!

I love Geraniums. My favorite part is when they get too leggy. I cut a piece off, and stick it in the ground somewhere else, and then I...Read More have another. This has been going on for a while, so I'm surrounded by them - All different kinds.

My favorite seems to be the citronella frangranced one by the door. It keeps bugs away from the house, and it gives off a hint of scent every time someone passes.

I had a cut of this plant in Tunisia last march, which I planted in Paris (France). The plant has grown well and is now some 60 cm high. ...Read MoreScent and leaves are gorgeous, and I will endeavour to develop other pots out of the first plant.