geranium 'Citronella'
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Citronella' is an evergreen, branching shrub to 1.5m with small, rounded, toothed-edged leaves with a strong, lemon scent. Small clusters of pinkish-purple flowers may be produced in spring, summer or autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- geranium 'Citronella' (Pelargonium 'Citronella')
- Genus
- Pelargonium
- Family
- Geraniaceae
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- Toxicity
- Bedding · Conservatory Greenhouse · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 1-1.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of geranium 'Citronella'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of geranium 'Citronella'
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geranium 'Citronella' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningRemove spent flowers and trim as required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in spring, late summer and autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in neutral or alkaline, well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun. Lift outdoor plants, or take cuttings, and keep in frost-free, well-lit conditions over winter. See also pelargonium cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally trouble free
Pests
Can get glasshouse whitefly, caterpillars, glasshouse leafhopper, aphids, vine weevil and root mealybugs
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