Scented geranium

Scented geraniums are a feast for the eyes, nose, and taste buds with their fragrant, beautiful flowers and leaves. Learn about 15 of the best varieties.

Scented geraniums are versatile plants that have a multitude of colorful blooms and lovely scents. Here's a guide for how to plant, grow and care for scented geraniums at home.

Scented geraniums or pelargoniums are generally sun-loving plants, but light requirements can vary based on individual species, with some pelargoniums tolerating and even thriving in part shade. Regional climate can also influence the light preferences of these plants. In very hot climates, afternoon shade is welcomed by scented geraniums, while in cooler climates, these plants grow much better in full sun.

Scented geraniums are not your grandmother's flowering annuals. Instead, they are plants whose fragrant foliage is the star of the show.

Try some of the hundreds of types of scented geraniums as container plants, house plants, and in hot climates, as perennials.

Rose-scented geranium is one of the more useful herbs in the garden. Use it to make a relaxing herbal tea, scent and nourish furniture, and keep insects away.

Scented geranium has been a favorite of herb and indoor gardeners since Victorian times. Fragrances include fruits, flowers, spices, and chocolate.

Despite being part of the Geraniaceae family and looking similar, Geraniums and Pelargoniums are not part of the same genus. While their names are often used interchangeably, there are notable differences between the two plants, which make them different plants. I’m going to discuss these differences and help you identify each plant. I’m also going to cover a few types of geraniums and pelargoniums.

Rose Scented Geranium ‘True Rose’ (Pelargonium hybrid)