Buy Pelargonium quercifolium 'Purple Heart'

Also Known As

Purple Heart Scented Geranium

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 20"-30"
W: 10"-15"

planting zones

9b-11

3.5" | $15

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Pelargonium quercifolium 'Purple Heart' plant details

Pelargonium quercifolium 'Purple Heart' is an evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelargonium quercifolium 'Purple Heart'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: geraniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 IN - 15 IN - wide, 20 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelargonium quercifolium 'Purple Heart'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unusual scented geranium from S. Africa; upright habit 20-30” tall and half as wide; frilly oak shaped foliage with contrasty purple bases; hot pink flowers with red striping. Scent is incense-like and may repel insects. Sun to part shade, adapts well to pot culture, average moist soil. Not hardy, protect from frost.