Pelargonium Graveolens (Lemon Rose Geranium)
Pelargonium Graveolens (Lemon Rose Geranium)
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Pelargonium Graveolens (Lemon Rose Geranium) is a beautifully fragrant evergreen perennial prized for its distinctive lemon-rose scented foliage and soft, textured appearance. Its deeply lobed green leaves form a dense, bushy plant that releases a refreshing perfume when touched, making it a standout choice for sensory gardens, patios, and outdoor entertaining spaces. During warmer months, it produces delicate clusters of pale pink to mauve flowers that add subtle seasonal colour while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators.
Hardy and easy to grow, Lemon Rose Geranium thrives in full sun to part shade and performs exceptionally well in garden beds, borders, and containers. Its compact, rounded growth habit makes it ideal for edging pathways or positioning near seating areas where its fragrance can be fully appreciated. Low maintenance and drought tolerant once established, Pelargonium Graveolens is a versatile garden favourite that combines fragrance, ornamental appeal, and reliable year-round performance.

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Mature height
40cm – 1.2m
Mature width
50cm – 1m
Spacing
50cm – 80cm apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen Perennial
Foliage
Soft, deeply lobed green aromatic foliage with a strong lemon-rose fragrance when brushed or crushed
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Produces clusters of small pale pink to mauve flowers mainly in spring and summer, with sporadic flowering in warm conditions throughout the year
Sun tolerance
Prefers full sun; tolerates light shade in hotter climates
Maintenance
Low maintenance; benefits from regular light pruning to maintain shape and encourage bushiness; drought tolerant once established
Root System
Fibrous, moderately spreading root system well-suited to well-drained soils and container planting