Description
(Pelargonium grossularioides)
A strongly scented pelargonium with green lobed leaves and dainty purple flowers in spring. Compact, rounded habit with small runners.
Flavours/Food Partners:
Partners with fruity sages, other scented geraniums, Stevia and any of the Renaissance Tea Herbs. Use in teas, cool drinks, cakes, desserts, ice cream, biscuits and jams.
Health/Cooking/Medicinal:
The leaves can be added to salads and desserts or used in the baking of cakes and biscuits. Gives an Asian coconut flavour to drinks, jellies, jams and cookies. A hot cup of he「bal tea with a few leaves of Stevia and some fresh Coconut Geranium leaves makes a refreshing and tasty tropical tea.
Landscaping/Planting:
Plant in almost any well drained spot in the garden and does well in poor dry soils and exposed positions. Plant near paths for strong and pleasant fragrance.
Cultivation/Fertiliser:
Require regular applications of Seasol and Powerfeed. Water during summer months if dry.
Herb Attributes
| Position | PART TO FULL SUN, MODERATE FROST |
|---|---|
| Height | 0.4M |
| Width | 0.60M |
