Pelargonium tomentosum (Peppermint Geranium)
Botanical Information
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Pelargonium |
| Species | tomentosum |
| Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
| Origin | Native to Southern Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Greater than 9a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 5 to 10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 40 to 50 |
| Height | 0.5 m |
| Spread | 0.7 m |
| Flowering Period | May, June, July |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This species of Pelargonium has wide, velvety leaves with a distinct peppermint aroma. Small clusters of tiny, white flowers emerge during the late spring. |
| Shape | Bushy. |
| Landscape | Flower borders, flower beds, greenhouse, containers, and edging. |
| Propagation | Propagate from seed but cuttings work as well. |
| Cultivation | Grow under glass. Specifically it does well in light, well-drained, alkaline soil with full sunlight. |
| Pests | Vine weevils, caterpillars, thrips as well as grey mould. |
| Notable Specimens | Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Sandy soil on the margins of forests along streams. |
Photographs
Pelargonium tomentosum, form. Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.
Pelargonium tomentosum, leaf. Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom.