Citrosa 'Van Leenii' Pelargonium

Container Growing

Perfect for pots, window boxes, and hanging baskets; ensures better control over soil drainage and moisture.

Family

Geraniaceae

Foliage Look

Lacy, finely-cut green leaves with a soft, slightly fuzzy texture.

Foliage Rules

Leaves are deeply divided, lacy, and vibrant green; scent is released upon physical contact with the foliage.

Fruit Flower Look

Small, clusters of pale lavender or white flowers that are subtle and understated.

Fruit Flower Rules

Flowers are secondary to foliage and should not be the focus of the plant appearance.

Growth Habit Rules

Maintain a bushy, upright form; do not over-rely on staking as it should support itself.

Mature Plant Look

A rounded, dense, aromatic shrub with refined, deeply-dissected green leaves.

Mature Stage Morphology

Bushy, well-branched sub-shrub with deeply dissected, palmately lobed leaves; develops a woody base with age.

Morphology Rules

Ensure the leaves appear finely cut and not entire or rounded, reflecting the 'Van Leenii' characteristic.

Plant Faqs

Does Citrosa 'Van Leenii' need full sun? Yes, it prefers bright light to maintain its compact shape. How often should I prune it? Regular pinching of the stem tips will encourage the plant to grow bushier. Is this plant deer resistant? Most scented Pelargoniums are typically avoided by deer due to their potent fragrance. Can I keep this plant indoors? Yes, it grows well in a sunny windowsill during the winter months.

Root Look

Healthy, white, fibrous roots visible through the substrate of a nursery plug.

Soil Look

Dark, well-aerated potting media with visible perlite grains.

Starter Stage

Small, tender herbaceous plug with soft, light green leaves showing early characteristic lobing.

Starter Stage Morphology

Soft green stems, emerging deeply cut leaves, and a well-developed root system within a starter plug.

Video Voiceover Script

Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Citrosa 'Van Leenii'. This is Citrosa 'Van Leenii', available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Citrosa 'Van Leenii' become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future patio container display you want to create. This plant is celebrated for its deeply cut, lacy leaves that release a refreshing citrus aroma whenever they are gently brushed. Establish your starter plug by moving it into a four-inch pot with well-draining soil, then move it to a final container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

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Youtube Video Summary

Citrosa 'Van Leenii' is a beautiful, aromatic Pelargonium that brings fresh, lacy foliage to any sunny container or garden space. This fragrant, easy-to-grow plant is ideal for patio gardening and seasonal accent displays.

Youtube Video Title

Growing Citrosa 'Van Leenii' Scented Pelargonium