Rose Geranium

3.9 out of 5 (7 experiences)


Also known as
Sweet Scented Geranium
Taxonomy
Pelargonium graveolens
Pelargonium
Geraniaceae
Geraniales

How to care for Rose Geranium
How often to water your Rose Geranium

every 9
Rose Geranium needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Sweet Scented Geranium in your home

a window
Rose Geranium love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Rose Geranium does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Rose Geranium in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Rose Geranium

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Rose Geranium after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Mine is in a approximate 4” pot do I need to put in a larger pot? First time having a cintronella plant #SweetScentedGeranium
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Will new leaves grow from the lower parts of the stem? or should I just cut it and propagate it to make it bushier? #SweetScentedGeranium #Geranium #PlantAddict #PropagationStation #HappyPlants
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I love my sweet geranium, but he is growing extremely long! I'd like to get him denser instead, but am too afraid to cut him down without knowledge of how to safely do so. Can anyone help me?
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When and how much must be pruned after flowering #HoodedLeafPelargonium
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Do you think The leaves is yellowing because I need to change dirt or pot #help #NewGrowth #IvyGeranium
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Looking for a direct - or indirect - answer What will Flutter like? Direct or indirect sun? 😎 #ZonaleGeranium
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I brought this in for the winter. He has gotten leggy for lack of another term. Can he be cut back to where he would be bushier? #HoodedLeafPelargonium
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Just had to share these blooms!!! #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #GregGang #IvyGeranium
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Should I put it outside ? We’ve been getting a ton more sun on my balcony so I was thinking to make some room and hopefully have a better environment for Gates #IvyGeranium
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Had me worried for a bit, but it looks like I’ll FINALLY get my first bloom since becoming a plant mom 🥰 #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #NewGrowth #Blooming #IvyGeranium
Rose Geranium prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
☀️ Sunlight Needs
Rose Geranium requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
💨 Humidity
Rose Geranium doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
🪴 Soil
Rose Geranium does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
💩 Fertilizer
Rose Geranium should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
🌎 Native Region
Rose Geranium is native to Tropical and Subtropical regions worldwide.
🌦️ Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Rose Geranium can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Rose Geranium
Rose Geranium
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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