Overview
Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C) is a bushy, trailing, compact shrubs in the genus Pelargonium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with evergreen, aromatic foliage. Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include borders, containers and hanging baskets.
About
Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' is a compact, trailing Pelargonium cultivar with aromatic evergreen foliage. It produces summer blooms from June to October and suits south-facing, sheltered sites. The plant forms a neat, multi-stemmed mound that spills well from containers and baskets. Leaves are scented and persist through the season.
About the genus
Pelargonium is a genus of flowering plants commonly called geraniums, pelargoniums, or storksbills. It includes about 280 species of perennials, succulents, and shrubs. Taxonomist Carl Linnaeus originally included all the species of Pelargonium and Geranium under the latter name.
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In the garden
Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' is a cultivar in the Geraniaceae family that carries a compact, trailing habit and evergreen, aromatic leaves. As a shrub-type Pelargonium it remains multi-stemmed and rounded in growth, making it suitable where a restrained, spilling form is wanted. Flowering runs from June to October, providing a sustained display through summer into autumn. Site this plant in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect to maximise bloom and leaf vigour. It prefers a loam-based, neutral soil that drains freely; avoid waterlogging. The hardiness rating H2 corresponds to half-hardy in UK terms, so plants need frost protection—containers can be moved under cover or plants lifted for winter in colder spots. Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' works well in borders, containers and hanging baskets where its trailing stems can be shown to advantage. Position in a container with free-draining compost and a little winter shelter for the best seasonal performance. The aromatic foliage remains noticeable throughout the season and releases scent when brushed, which is particularly effective in close-up container displays.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pelargonium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, trailing, compact
- Foliage
- Evergreen, aromatic
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, hanging baskets
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C)
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Thrips, vine weevil, leafhopper, root mealybugs, whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Pelargonium rust, Pelargonium virus, leafy gall
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C)?
Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C) need?
Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C) hardy in the UK?
Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Pelargonium 'Golden Princess' (Min/C)?
Softwood cuttings.
More in the Pelargonium genus
- Pelargonium 'Barbe Bleu' (I/d)
- Pelargonium 'Diana Louise' (Z/d)
- Pelargonium 'Elizabeth Taylor' (Z)
- Pelargonium 'Hazel Gypsy' (R)
- Pelargonium 'Brookside Spitfire' (Dw/d)
- Pelargonium 'Deacon Jubilant' (Z/d)
- Pelargonium 'Don's Richard A. Costain' (Z/C/v/d)
- Pelargonium 'Friesdorf' (Fr/Dw)geranium 'Friesdorf'