Photo of Pelargonium 'Van Leenii' foliage by Friends School Plant Sale by Pat T

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Pelargonium 'Van Leenii'

Also Known As

  • Pelargonium citrosum
  • Citrosa Geranium
  • Deodorizer Plant
  • Geranium Citronella Mosquito Plant
  • Mosquito Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Pelargonium 'Van Leenii' plant details

Pelargonium 'Van Leenii' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium 'Van Leenii'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant foliage, houseplant, lemon-scented, long-blooming, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium 'Van Leenii'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A scented geranium, some call this the mosquito geranium...big leaves with a lemon citrus scent..purplish flowers with pink blush...lovely fragrance

Gardening facts about Pelargonium 'Van Leenii' plant

How to Grow Pelargonium 'Van Leenii'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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