It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. The soft pale green leaves have maroon splotches that travel up the main veins of each of the 3 lobes when first emerging and then fade to a rich green as summer progresses. It can be propagated by cuttings however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation.Ĭhocolate Mint Scented Geranium is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor containers and hanging baskets. Pelargonium 'Chocolate Mint' - A spreading and cascading perennial plant that can grow to 2 feet tall by 4 feet wide. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. Pelargonium Chocolate Mint - A spreading and cascading perennial plant that can grow to 2 feet tall by 4 feet wide.
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This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. As an evegreen perennial, this plant will typically keep its form and foliage year-round. Any one planning to use plants for medical purposes should check with a physician first. Silverleaf doesn't condone or endorse any medicinal plant use. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 1 years. Pelargonium quercifolium 'Chocolate-Mint' Research all plants before use. Its foliage tends to remain dense right to the ground, not requiring facer plants in front. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 30 inches apart. It has no significant negative characteristics.Ĭhocolate Mint Scented Geranium is recommended for the following landscape applications Ĭhocolate Mint Scented Geranium will grow to be about 24 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 3 feet. Trim off the flower heads after they fade and die to encourage more blooms late into the season. This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep. Its medium texture blends into the garden, but can always be balanced by a couple of finer or coarser plants for an effective composition. Its fragrant lobed leaves remain green in color with showy dark brown variegation throughout the year.Ĭhocolate Mint Scented Geranium is an herbaceous evergreen perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. More on Planting, Pruning, Fertilizing, and Using Scented Geraniums.Green leaves with dark brown centers have a minty scent dainty, single lavender flowers dot the plant all season perfect for patio containers, where the scent can be appreciatedĬhocolate Mint Scented Geranium features dainty clusters of lightly-scented lavender flowers at the ends of the stems from late spring to early fall. While this is a great-looking plant with a rich minty fragrance, it does not smell or taste like chocolate.Ĭhocolate Mint Scented Geranium makes a great addition to our Zone 8 Fragrant Herb Garden Six Pack. The almost black variegation fades to a rich green as summer progresses, and returns again each spring. This tantalizing plant has a handsome chocolate-colored vein that runs down the rib of the leaf and fans out into its fingers. Sometimes the term Chocolate refers more to the color of a plant than the scent of the plant, as in the case of Chocolate Mint Scented Geranium. It will die back to the ground in late winter but in our normal winters (mid 20’s) it will not die. This plant is about two feet tall and three feet wide. While it is still attractive, it has no blotch. This Chocolate Mint Scented Geranium has a bit of frost on it. While it will die back to the ground here in Zone 8, it emerges each spring and is now about four feet in diameter and thriving. This Chocolate Mint Scented Geranium was transferred from its container to the ground in its fourth spring because it was just too big for a container. A pot like this makes a statement and adds interest when set next to an entrance where it can be easily pet and the fragrance released. The pot shown holds about 15 gallons of soil and, as you can see, it is quickly filling up that space. It was started from one of our three-inch pots.
This potted Chocolate Mint Scented Geranium is about three months old.
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