About
Pelargonium carnosum is a succulent-stemmed pelargonium producing swollen, fleshy stems, aromatic, divided leaves and clusters of small, white or pale flowers. An ornamental and easy-care 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 usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.