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Pelargonium 'Fair Ellen'

Also Known As

  • Pelargonium quercifolium 'Fair Ellen'
  • Almond-scented Geranium
  • Fair Ellen Geranium
  • Oak-leaved Geranium
  • Village Oak Geranium

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Pelargonium 'Fair Ellen' plant details

Pelargonium 'Fair Ellen' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter lavender and purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium 'Fair Ellen'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, fragrant foliage, houseplant, long-blooming, pungent fragrance, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium 'Fair Ellen'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A favorite among the oak-leaf varieties, this hybrid has medium sized leaves with a dark mid-zone and attractive rose blooms.
This variety originated in England in the 1840s. The spicy scented leaves with maroon veining and gorgeous bright pink flowers make it a perfect choice for growing in containers near your door. A beautiful, sturdy-growing plant.
A Oak leaf variety with an irresistible pungent fragrance. Pink flowers with maroon marks. Dark green leaves with black veins. Great growth habit.

Gardening facts about Pelargonium 'Fair Ellen' plant

How to Grow Pelargonium 'Fair Ellen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 6"-12"

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Zones

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Size

Height: 24"

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-36"

  • sun
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