Geranium Nutmeg

A strong scented pelargonium with green lobed leaves and dainty white flowers in spring. Compact, rounded habit.

Description

(Pelargonium fragrans)

A strong scented pelargonium with green lobed leaves and dainty white flowers in spring. Compact, rounded habit.

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

The leaves can be added to salads and deserts or used in the baking of cakes and biscuits. Gives an exotic nutmeg flavour to jellies, jams and cookies. A hot cup of herbal tea with a few leaves of Stevia and some fresh Geranium Nutmeg leaves makes a refreshing and tasty chai like tea.

Herb Attributes

Harvest Harvest when needed.
Position Part to Full Sun
Height 20cm
Width 30cm
Lifespan Perennial