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How to Grow and Care for Lemon geranium

Lemon geranium, also known as Crisped-leaf pelargonium, Storksbill, Scented geranium

Lemon geranium is a fragrant and popular garden plant known for its textured, lemon-scented leaves. It thrives in well-draining soil and requires regular watering, but is sensitive to overwatering which can lead to root rot. Lemon geranium prefers full sun to partial shade, with ample sunlight being crucial for optimal growth and the release of its citrus aroma. Regular pruning will encourage bushier growth and prevent legginess. Lemon geranium is adaptable, making it a beginner-friendly choice for plant enthusiasts.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Lemon geranium

Lemon geranium

Lemon geranium

Lemon geranium

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Hardiness Zones	8-11
Toxicity	Toxic to Pets

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Varieties of Lemon geranium

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Lemon geranium 'Variegatum'

Lemon geranium 'Variegatum' features striking, bicolored leaves with a crisped, ruffled texture. Its variegation pattern is a rich blend of deep green with creamy white borders, presenting a remarkable contrast. Environments with moderate sunshine coax out the most vibrant leaf coloration. The plant's compact growth habit and lemon-scented foliage make it a popular ornamental choice for gardens and containers.

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Lemon geranium 'Concolor Lace'

The lemon geranium 'Concolor Lace' is a compact variety of geranium that can grow 61 cm tall as well as 61 cm wide. Its name is inspired by the plant's appearance. "Concolor" means "uniform in color," and the plant's leaves are lacy. The flowers of lemon geranium 'Concolor Lace' are a light pink and delicate in appearance. The color of the flowers as well as their notable fragrance make it a popular choice for gardeners.

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Rose geranium 'Citriodorum'

Rose geranium 'Citriodorum' was probably bred from the sweet-scented geranium (Pelargonium graveolens). The cultivar is distinguished by its pink flowers with purple markings and its lemon-scented foliage. The cultivar's name refers to its lemony fragrance.

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