Citronella Geranium Plant

5" pot of Citronella Geranium, grown naturally with attractive green foliage and a lemony scent. Repels mosquitoes and can be grown indoors or outdoors.

Citronella Geranium

Citronella Geranium, also known as Pelargonium citrosum, is a beautiful and fragrant evergreen shrub that is native to Africa. It is known for its citronella-scented leaves and flowers, which bloom in the spring and summer.

Citronella Geranium plant

Citronella Geranium is a relatively easy plant to grow. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is also tolerant of drought and heat.

Here are some tips for growing and caring for Citronella Geranium:

• Plant in full sun to partial shade.
• Water regularly, especially during the first growing season.
• Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.
• Prune back the plant in the fall to maintain its desired shape and size.

Citronella Geranium is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape settings. It can be planted as a single specimen plant, in groups, or as part of a mixed border. It is also a popular choice for use in containers.

Here are some ideas for how to use Citronella Geranium in your landscape:

• Plant a row of Citronella Geranium along a border to create a colorful and fragrant hedge.
• Plant a group of Citronella Geranium in a mixed border with other colorful plants, such as roses, daylilies, and salvia.
• Plant a Citronella Geranium shrub in a container and place it on your patio or deck to enjoy its beauty up close.

In addition to its ornamental value, Citronella Geranium also has a number of other benefits. The leaves can be crushed and rubbed on the skin to help repel mosquitoes and other insects. The essential oil of Citronella Geranium can also be used in aromatherapy and other holistic therapies.

Citronella Geranium essential oil

Citronella Geranium is a safe and non-toxic plant, but it is always important to consult with a healthcare professional before using any herbs or essential oils medicinally.

Here are some additional tips for using Citronella Geranium:

• To make a citronella geranium spray, combine 1/4 cup of crushed citronella geranium leaves with 1 cup of water. Let the mixture steep for 30 minutes, then strain it into a spray bottle. Use the spray to repel mosquitoes and other insects from your skin and clothing.
• To make a citronella geranium essential oil diffuser blend, combine 5 drops of citronella geranium essential oil with 5 drops of lavender essential oil and 5 drops of lemon essential oil in a water diffuser. Turn on the diffuser and enjoy the refreshing and insect-repelling scent.
• To make a citronella geranium candle, melt 1 pound of wax in a double boiler. Remove the wax from the heat and add 1/2 ounce of citronella geranium essential oil. Stir to combine, then pour the wax into candle molds. Allow the candles to cool and harden completely before using them.

Citronella Geranium is a beautiful and versatile plant that can be used in a variety of ways to add interest and color to your landscape, repel insects, and improve your overall well-being.

Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.

We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.