This group
of pelargoniums is conglomerate, more than a section and is known to as many herb growers as Pelargonium folk,
and may be known as the Scenteds,
or scented leaf, or scented leaved, or scented pelargoniums, or scented geraniums. They are the
second
most variable group, or class, in form after the species, some of which also have
scented leaves, so are common to both groups. The flowers never achieve the size of a Regal flowerhead,
the profusion of an Angel plant or the interest of a Rosebud flowered Zonal. It is the scented leaf that is the focus of
the enthusiasts and there are many to choose from : rose, lemon, lime, peppermint, balsam,
absinthe, filbert, and a lot which cannot be described with reference to other plants. You
may not like all of the scents, as we all differ in our perception of scent, but there are plenty
to pick from. To find out about scented pelargoniums have a look in any book on
pelargoniums, or herbs. To find out more you will have to track down second-hand
specialist books, like "Pelargoniums
with scented leaves". There are a few of the specialist Pelargonium
Nurseries that stock a lot of scenteds and likewise a few specialist Herb
Nurseries that stock a large number of scenteds. Unfortunately we have lost
quite a few specialist Pelargonium Nurseries in the last couple of years and
some cultivars will have been lost because of this.
I hope the creation of this website will
encourage investigation of a wider range of the scenteds by all herb and
pelargonium enthusiasts, because plants only survive by being grown every year,
by a number of people.