About

Pelargonium acetosum is an upright, freely branching, evergreen subshrub producing the characteristic succulent-tinged, grey-green leaves and small, salmon-pink flowers of the genus. An ornamental pelargonium for a sunny, frost-free conservatory or container.

About the genus

Pelargonium are mainly evergreen, aromatic perennials, shrubs and subshrubs from southern Africa producing showy flowers in red, pink, salmon, mauve, white or bi-coloured tones. Popular and widely grown as bedding, container and conservatory plants.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.