Citronella geranium
Pelargonium 'Citronella'
USDA zones9 to 11
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Citronella' geranium (Pelargonium 'Citronella') is a perennial for borders, containers, and low maintenance gardens. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It blooms from early to late summer and has fragrant, evergreen leaves. It also tolerates drought.
Pairs well with Nasturtium, Johnny jump up, and Northwind switchgrass.