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Variegated Lemon Geranium

Pelargonium Crispum 'Variegatum'

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Overview

Pelargonium crispum 'Variegatum', or Variegated Lemon Geranium, is prized for its fragrant, lemon-scented foliage with cream-edged, ruffled leaves. This perennial reaches up to 24 inches in height with a similar spread, thriving in USDA zones 10-11. Ideal for containers or borders, it requires well-drained soil and full to partial sun. Regular deadheading promotes bushiness and blooming, showcasing delicate pale pink flowers that add charm from spring to fall.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–10Type PerennialClimate Subtropical
Variegated Lemon Geranium (Pelargonium Crispum 'Variegatum') — is prized for its fragrant
Variegated Lemon Geranium (Pelargonium Crispum 'Variegatum') — lemon-scented foliage with cream-edged

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Geraniaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Variegated Lemon Geranium (Pelargonium Crispum 'Variegatum') — is prized for its fragrant
Variegated Lemon Geranium (Pelargonium Crispum 'Variegatum') — lemon-scented foliage with cream-edged

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