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Mabel Grey Geranium
Pelargonium citronellum 'Mabel Grey'
Uses: Culinary/Aromatic Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 10-11+)
Lightly brushing the leaves will release an intense fresh lemon scent. In fact, Mabel Grey is considered to have one of the strongest lemon aromas of all the scented geraniums, earning itself the RHS Award of Garden Merit award. A tall bushy variety with pink blossoms perfect for containers and flower beds! Lemon scent may have potential to keep mosquitoes away! Like most geraniums, this variety was introduced to Europe in the 17th and 18th century by sailors returning from Cape of Good Hope, South Africa. These exotic plants were collected by naturalists hoping to discover new sources of food and medicine. The French later discovered its commercial potential through its fragrant essential oils and are still adored today for their pleasing aromas and stunning blossoms. Geraniums love the sun and dry, well-drained, rich, loamy and slightly acidic soil. Soil must drain quickly while retaining moisture. Therefore, instead of standard potting mix, plant in a soil-less mix of peat moss, perlite, vermiculite, shredded bark and sand. Prune back up to half the foliage in late winter or early spring to encourage a denser bushy growth while preventing woody and leggy stems. Height 45-60cm (18-24").
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