Illatos szúnyogűző muskátli - Pelargonium ‘Pink Capitatum’

Pelargonium ‘Pink Capitatum’ (mosquito-repelling scented geranium) is a particularly decorative and useful variety, known for its strongly fragrant leaves and delicate pink flowers. It belongs to the group of scented geraniums and is often used for its mosquito-repelling properties, due to its natural content of essential oils.

This plant is suitable for pots, window boxes, or planted near outdoor relaxation areas such as terraces and balconies. Additionally, it is easy to grow and maintain, adapting very well to indoor environments.

🌿 Botanical features:

• Plant type: decorative perennial, often grown as an annual in temperate climates

• Foliage: deep green, lobed, velvety, with a pleasant rose-citronella scent

• Flowers: light pink, grouped in delicate clusters

• Aroma: leaves emit a pleasant and strong scent, effective against mosquitoes

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: direct sun or bright partial shade

• Soil: well-drained, fertile

• Watering: moderate – water when the soil surface dries out

• Optimal temperature: 15–28°C; does not tolerate frost, move indoors in autumn

• Fertilizing: every 2 weeks during the warm season, with fertilizer for flowering plants

🌸 Uses and benefits:

• Decorative plant with natural mosquito-repelling effect

• Ideal for terraces, balconies, windowsills, or aromatic gardens

• Leaves can also be dried and used in scented sachets for indoors

• Easy to grow and fast growing

Height including pot 15-20 cm
Pot diameter: 10.5 cm