Pelargonium 'Dr. Livingston'

Also Known As

Pelargonium radens 'Dr. Livingston'
Pelargonium x asperum
Dr. Livingston Geranium
Dr. Livingston Skeleton Rose Scented Geranium
Skeleton Rose Geranium

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 3'
W: 2'

planting zones

8b-10b

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Pelargonium 'Dr. Livingston' plant details

Pelargonium 'Dr. Livingston' is a broadleaf evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium 'Dr. Livingston'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant foliage, houseplant, long-blooming, rare, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium 'Dr. Livingston'

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Also called 'Dr. Livingston', this variety has been found to contain almost 100 times as much citronella as the publicized citrosa. Take advantage of its insect repelling properties and place a few pots on the patio. The scent is strong lemony-rose; the flowers are lavender with purple spots.