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Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’ | Pelargonium × hortorum hybrid

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$7.50

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Note: It is winter, and the plants don’t look as good as they would in summer. There’s nothing wrong with them, just we are not in a subtropical climate!

Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’ is an upright scented pelargonium admired for its refreshing citrus-rose fragrance. This hybrid combines ornamental charm with practical medicinal and culinary uses, making it a versatile addition to gardens and containers.

The plant is appreciated for its strong aromatic leaves, which release a lemony-rose scent when touched, adding a sensory dimension to herb gardens, patios, or indoor pots. It is sometimes also available at our Tea Gardens nursery, depending on seasonal stock.

How to Grow Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’ (Pelargonium × hortorum hybrid)

Climate & Frost Tolerance

Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’ thrives in warm temperate to subtropical climates.

  • Prefers frost-free or lightly frosted areas
  • Can be grown as a container plant in cooler regions and moved indoors during winter
  • Full sun promotes the best foliage scent.

Size

  • Height: 30–50 cm
  • Width: 40–60 cm
  • Forms a compact, bushy habit

Growth Habit

  • Perennial in mild climates, can be grown as annual in cooler regions
  • Compact, bushy, aromatic foliage
  • Produces clusters of pink to rose-coloured flowers
  • Leaves emit a distinctive lemon-rose scent when brushed or crushed

Soil

  • Prefers well-drained, fertile soil
  • Loamy or sandy soils suitable
  • Compost or organic matter encourages healthy growth and flowering

Drainage

  • Good drainage is essential
  • Does not tolerate waterlogged soil

Sun or Shade

  • Full sun for strong fragrance and flower colour
  • Partial shade tolerated in hotter climates

Water Requirements

  • Moderate watering during establishment
  • Once established, drought-tolerant but performs best with regular watering
  • Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds

Pruning & Harvesting

  • Pinch out tips to encourage bushier growth and more flowers
  • Remove dead or damaged stems regularly
  • Leaves can be harvested for scent, herbal uses, or mild culinary applications

Uses of Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’

Ornamental & Garden Uses

  • Ideal for herb and mixed perennial gardens
  • Container plant or patio feature
  • Attractive flowers and aromatic foliage add sensory appeal
  • Excellent for perennial borders, herb gardens, or sensory gardens

Medicinal & Aromatic Uses

  • Leaves used traditionally in herbal remedies for minor cuts, insect bites, and skin irritation
  • Fragrant leaves can be made into herbal infusions or potpourri
  • Aromatic foliage has mild calming and uplifting properties when used in teas or baths

Culinary Uses

  • Leaves can be used to flavour sugar, desserts, or beverages in small quantities
  • Because of the tough leaves, scented geraniums are not used to be eaten, but rather to infuse fragrance in teas, sugar or other dishes, the leaves are removed before eating.

Common Names

  • Robert Lemon Rose Geranium
  • Scented Geranium
  • Lemon-Rose Pelargonium

Botanical Name

  • Pelargonium × hortorum ‘Robert Lemon Rose’

Related Species

  • Pelargonium graveolens – Rose-scented geranium
  • Pelargonium crispum – Lemon-scented geranium

Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.

Note: It is winter, and the plants don’t look as good as they would in summer. There’s nothing wrong with them, just we are not in a subtropical climate!

Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’ is an upright scented pelargonium admired for its refreshing citrus-rose fragrance. This hybrid combines ornamental charm with practical medicinal and culinary uses, making it a versatile addition to gardens and containers.

The plant is appreciated for its strong aromatic leaves, which release a lemony-rose scent when touched, adding a sensory dimension to herb gardens, patios, or indoor pots. It is sometimes also available at our Tea Gardens nursery, depending on seasonal stock.

How to Grow Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’ (Pelargonium × hortorum hybrid)

Climate & Frost Tolerance

Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’ thrives in warm temperate to subtropical climates.

  • Prefers frost-free or lightly frosted areas
  • Can be grown as a container plant in cooler regions and moved indoors during winter
  • Full sun promotes the best foliage scent.

Size

  • Height: 30–50 cm
  • Width: 40–60 cm
  • Forms a compact, bushy habit

Growth Habit

  • Perennial in mild climates, can be grown as annual in cooler regions
  • Compact, bushy, aromatic foliage
  • Produces clusters of pink to rose-coloured flowers
  • Leaves emit a distinctive lemon-rose scent when brushed or crushed

Soil

  • Prefers well-drained, fertile soil
  • Loamy or sandy soils suitable
  • Compost or organic matter encourages healthy growth and flowering

Drainage

  • Good drainage is essential
  • Does not tolerate waterlogged soil

Sun or Shade

  • Full sun for strong fragrance and flower colour
  • Partial shade tolerated in hotter climates

Water Requirements

  • Moderate watering during establishment
  • Once established, drought-tolerant but performs best with regular watering
  • Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds

Pruning & Harvesting

  • Pinch out tips to encourage bushier growth and more flowers
  • Remove dead or damaged stems regularly
  • Leaves can be harvested for scent, herbal uses, or mild culinary applications

Uses of Geranium ‘Robert Lemon Rose’

Ornamental & Garden Uses

  • Ideal for herb and mixed perennial gardens
  • Container plant or patio feature
  • Attractive flowers and aromatic foliage add sensory appeal
  • Excellent for perennial borders, herb gardens, or sensory gardens

Medicinal & Aromatic Uses

  • Leaves used traditionally in herbal remedies for minor cuts, insect bites, and skin irritation
  • Fragrant leaves can be made into herbal infusions or potpourri
  • Aromatic foliage has mild calming and uplifting properties when used in teas or baths

Culinary Uses

  • Leaves can be used to flavour sugar, desserts, or beverages in small quantities
  • Because of the tough leaves, scented geraniums are not used to be eaten, but rather to infuse fragrance in teas, sugar or other dishes, the leaves are removed before eating.

Common Names

  • Robert Lemon Rose Geranium
  • Scented Geranium
  • Lemon-Rose Pelargonium

Botanical Name

  • Pelargonium × hortorum ‘Robert Lemon Rose’

Related Species

  • Pelargonium graveolens – Rose-scented geranium
  • Pelargonium crispum – Lemon-scented geranium

Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.