Description
(Pelargonium sp.)
The Geranium Lemon Rose is a hardy, evergreen shrub with lemon-rose scented pink flowers. The leaves and the oil from the plant are used to promote relaxation, as an anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory and for it’s antiseptic properties. Geranium Lemon Rose can also used for culinary purposes.
Growing Tips
Plant in almost any well drained spot in the garden and does well in poor dry soils and exposed positions. Plant near paths for pleasant fragrance.
Use
Add crushed leaves to cakes, biscuits, desserts, custard, jellies and jams. Add dried leaves to pot-pourri, sachets, sleep pillows and moth repelling mixes for cupboards. Add sprigs of leaves to your tea to add that mouth watering flavour.
Herb Attributes
| Harvest | Harvest when needed. |
|---|---|
| Position | Part to Full Sun |
| Height | 60cm |
| Width | 70cm |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
