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Pelargonium denticulatum

Also Known As

  • Pelargonium filicifolium
  • Fern-leaf Geranium
  • Pine Geranium
  • Tooth-leaf Geranium

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Pelargonium denticulatum plant details

Pelargonium denticulatum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium denticulatum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, rare, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium denticulatum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Delicate fine ferny foliage with a sweet balsam scent. Clusters of lavender flowers. Attractive plant.
Hello marvelous foliage! Pelargonium denticulatum’s ferny textured, evergreen, balsam scented leaves are safe from hungry deer. Blooming early Spring through late Fall with cute little clusters of lavender pink flowers (dead head to keep the show going strong). Native to South Africa’s southwest Cape Province where it’s on the Red List of South African plants 2009 as Rare. The good news is it’s not threatened. This tough shrub grows 1 to 2’ high and 1 to 1’ wide, & makes an excellent container plant. Likes well draining soil with average water. Prefers full sun, but can deal with dappled shade.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Pelargonium denticulatum plant

How to Grow Pelargonium denticulatum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Width: 6"-12"

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Zones

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Width: 12"-36"

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