How to Plant and Grow a Citronella Plant - Better Homes & Gardens
Jun 13, 2024 · Citronella plant (Pelargonium citrosum) is a fragrant annual (and in warm climates perennial) form of scented geranium. Also called mosquito plant or lemon geranium, it is known for the strong, citrus-like fragrance that quickly wafts from its crushed leaves.
How to Grow and Care For Citronella Plant - The Spruce
Jul 17, 2024 · Citronella plant is a popular scented geranium with large, wrinkled, lacy green leaves that complement its pink petals. The plant grows easily in pots and the ground—with a bushy spread of 2 feet tall and wide.
How to Grow and Care for a Citronella Plant (Mosquito Plant)
Citronella plant (mosquito plant) is a great garden plant with pink flowers and a lemony scent. Learn to grow it in the garden, containers and in the house.
How To Grow And Care For A Citronella Plant - Southern Living
Jul 11, 2024 · The citronella plant is actually a scented geranium (Pelargonium citrosum or citrosa geranium) that's popular for keeping bugs at bay. Its citrus-scented, scalloped foliage is accented by white, purple, or pink flowers from summer through fall.
How to Grow & Use Citronella Plants | Rural Living Today
Jul 14, 2024 · Fortunately, there is the citronella plant: nature’s gift to humanity to repel mosquitoes! However, two plants share that quintessential citronella smell and chances are you are getting them confused. We take a look at the differences between the two, as well as how to grow your very own citronella at home!
How to Grow and Care for Citronella Plant (Mosquito Plant)
Sep 30, 2023 · Keep pesky insects at bay with our guide to growing and caring for your own citronella plants (mosquito plants) and enjoy their unique citrus scent.
Citronella Plants: Growing and Caring for Citronella - Almanac.com
Citronella plants are scented geraniums, Pelargonium citrosum or Pelargonium graveolens. With their lacy leaves, citronellas make excellent foliage pots and, with proper care, routinely grow 2 to 3 feet tall and wide.
How to Grow and Care for Citronella Plants - Real Simple
Oct 2, 2024 · Caring for a citronella plant is relatively simple, and if you meet its needs, you can enjoy flowers in the summer months. Here's everything you need to know about how to grow citronella plants, according to plant experts. John Saltiel, …
How to Grow Citronella Plant Outdoors - Bob Vila
Jul 12, 2022 · Lawn & Garden. How to Grow Citronella Plant Outdoors. Does the citronella plant really repel mosquitoes, protecting you from their itchy bites? If not, what is it good for? By Audrey...
How to Care for a Citronella Plant: Essential Tips for a Healthy …
Jul 18, 2024 · Caring for a citronella plant is a rewarding endeavor for any garden enthusiast or homeowner looking to add a fragrant and functional plant to their green.