Fragrant mosquito-repellent geraniums - Pelargonium graveolens 'Lemon' (Indrusaim)

Pelargonium graveolens ‘Lemon’, also known as Rose-scented geranium or lemon-scented geranium, is a highly appreciated ornamental and aromatic plant, valued for its fine, intensely fragrant foliage and its lush, natural, and visually pleasing appearance. When touched, the leaves release a fresh citrus fragrance with minty notes, making it ideal for a patio, balcony, windowsill, or garden. It is grown primarily for its foliage and aroma, making it an excellent choice for those who want a useful and decorative plant at the same time.

In addition to its ornamental role, its leaves have traditionally been appreciated for flavoring certain preparations, especially jams, desserts, or beverages. It is easy to incorporate into herb gardens, planters, or collections of scented geraniums, particularly in very bright locations.

🌱 Botanical characteristics:

• Family: Geraniaceae
• Plant type: seasonal aromatic and ornamental plant, grown primarily for its fragrant leaves
• Common names: scented geranium, rose-scented geranium, lemon-scented geranium
• Growth habit: bushy and well-branched, with vigorous growth and a natural appearance
• Leaves: green, finely lobed, slightly fuzzy, and highly fragrant to the touch
• Fragrance: fresh and citrusy, with minty and lemon notes
• Flowers: small and delicate, sometimes appearing during the warm season, although the plant is valued mainly for its foliage
• Overall appearance: fragrant, bright, and decorative, suitable for balconies, patios, gardens, or herb corners

💧 Growing conditions and care:

• Light: prefers full sun or very bright locations; in well-lit spaces, it develops more beautifully and remains more compact
• Watering: moderate; allow the substrate to dry slightly at the surface between waterings, avoiding excess standing water
• Substrate: loose and well-drained, suitable for geraniums and aromatic plants
• Humidity: prefers good air circulation and moderate humidity, without waterlogging around the roots
• Temperature: optimal growing range: approximately 12-28°C
• Maintenance: light pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape and encourage branching; the plant prefers sunny, well-ventilated locations

✨ What makes it special:

• stands out for its highly fragrant foliage, with a fresh lemon aroma
• both decorative and useful, ideal for lovers of aromatic plants
• the leaves have traditionally been appreciated for flavoring certain preparations, especially desserts, jams, or beverages
• has a lush, natural growth habit that is easy to incorporate into Mediterranean, rustic, or aromatic décor
• suitable for gardens, patios, balconies, or very bright windowsills

📌 Note: The leaves may show minor natural imperfections, light handling marks, or slight differences in shape and density. After transport and during the acclimatization period, scented geraniums may lose some leaves or develop yellowed or slightly marked leaves. These reactions are normal and do not affect the plant’s viability.

Height including pot: 20-25 cm