Description
Peppermint Scented Pelargonium – Pelargonium tomentosum
Add a refreshing peppermint fragrance to your garden with Peppermint Scented Pelargonium (Pelargonium tomentosum). This aromatic, spreading perennial features soft, velvety green leaves that release a lovely peppermint scent when touched. Delicate white flowers with purple markings add extra charm, making it an excellent choice for sensory gardens, containers, herb gardens and planting along pathways.
Common Name: Peppermint Scented Pelargonium
Botanical Name: Pelargonium tomentosum
Plant Type: Aromatic perennial
Flower Colour: White with purple markings
Foliage: Soft, velvety, peppermint-scented leaves
Position: Partial shade to light sun
Water Requirements: Moderate
Soil: Well-drained soil
Uses: Containers, sensory gardens, herb gardens, borders and pathway planting
Growing Tips: Plant in well-drained soil in partial shade or gentle sunlight. Water regularly while establishing, allowing the soil to dry slightly between watering. Avoid overwatering and waterlogged soil. Trim as needed to maintain a neat, bushy growth habit.
