Family GERANIACEAE
Genus Pelargonium
Species fragrans
SA Plant Number
Basionym Pelargonium fragrans

Pelargonium fragrans is a hardy, evergreen, compact natural hybrid Pelargonium with delicate leaves that have a distinct nutmeg scent.

It flowers profusely with clusters of dainty, small white flowers from May to August but has some flowers all year round. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or dappled shade.

Be careful not to overwater. Makes a lovely garden and container plant.

The leaves make a delicious herbal tea, and the pretty flowers can be used in salads and as a garnish.

Size 25cm

Insects: Flowers attract bees and butterflies

Western cape

Natural Habitat Karoo scrub, Fynbos  

Growth Rate: Moderate, Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen, Hardiness - Frost: Fairly Hardy, Plant Type: Groundcovers and Perennials, Position: Semi-shade, Position: Sun - Full, Position: Under deciduous trees, Soil: Loamy - Compost rich Soil, Soil: Well-drained, Edible: Edible fruit, Garden Uses: Container Plant, Garden Uses: Groundcover, Garden Uses: Long Flowering, Garden Uses: Rockeries and retaining walls, Garden Uses: Small Gardens, Garden Uses: Winter flowering, Hardiness - Drought: Drought Hardy, Flower colour: White - Cream, Garden type: Wildlife Garden,

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