Heartleaf Pelargonium

Pelargonium Cordifolium

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Overview

Heartleaf Geranium, or Pelargonium cordifolium, features velvety heart-shaped leaves with an enchanting citrus scent. This perennial reaches up to 24 inches in height, boasting clusters of delicate star-shaped flowers, with hues ranging from mauve to pink. Ideal for USDA zones 9-11, it thrives in well-drained soil and enjoys full sun to partial shade. Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage lush growth. Adds fragrant charm to borders or container gardens.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, MediumZones 9–11Climate Temperate

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — features velvety heart-shaped leaves with an enchanting citrus scent

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Geraniaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — Pruning is advised to maintain shape and promote ventilation

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — lavender and pink flowers in the garden

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — This perennial reaches up to 24 inches in height; deep green with a slightly glossy texture

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — features velvety heart-shaped leaves with an enchanting citrus scent; with hues ranging from mauve to pink

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — perennial for full or half or shade

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — boasting clusters of delicate star-shaped flowers; it prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate both full

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — Ideal for USDA zones 9-11, it thrives in well-drained soil and enjoys full sun to partial shade, image 32

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — with hues ranging from mauve to pink; lavender and pink flowers in the garden

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — Adds fragrant charm to borders or container gardens; though it prospers with around 6 hours of direct

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — scientifically named Pelargonium cordifolium; perennial with lavender and pink blooms

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage lush growth; and can reach up to 3 inches in width

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — and can reach up to 3 inches in width; perennial for full or half or shade

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — deep green with a slightly glossy texture; while it requires regular watering

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — Boasting a compact growth habit; prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage lush growth

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — this attractive plant typically reaches heights of 12 to 24 inches with a similar spread; the foliage

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — emerge during the warmer months and persist until the first frost; care should be taken to avoid waterlogging

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — The foliage provides an excellent backdrop for the delicate flowers that appear atop slender stems; adds

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — presenting in shades of pink or light purple, image 41

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade; emerge during the warmer

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — the Heartleaf Geranium thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11; scientifically named Pelargonium cordifolium

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — offering a prolonged season of visual interest.<br><br>As an adaptable species; features velvety heart-shaped

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — care should be taken to avoid waterlogging; boasting a compact growth habit

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — though it prospers with around 6 hours of direct sunlight per day; as it is susceptible to root

Heartleaf Pelargonium (Pelargonium Cordifolium) — While it requires regular watering; this perennial reaches up to 24 inches in height

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