Geranium 'True Rose'
Best low-maintenance fragrant choice for container gardeners and potpourri enthusiasts.
This Scented Geranium, 'True Rose', offers a delightful rose-like fragrance from its leaves, a characteristic cherished since the 1600s. Small pink flowers with purple spots appear in early summer, adding visual appeal. It thrives in full sun with a bit of afternoon shade and prefers rich, well-drained soil. Ideal for containers, it also makes a great cut flower and its leaves are perfect for potpourri. This plant is deer resistant and tolerant of heat and drought, making it a low-maintenance addition to any garden.
$11.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
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Category Rank
1014
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#1014 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Shipped As
3.52.639.5
/ Pot: " h x " w ( fl oz)
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking natural, fragrant botanical perfumes
- Home cooks and bakers experimenting with floral infusions
- Busy plant owners wanting low-maintenance, rewarding greenery
Who should skip it
- Gardeners prioritizing large, showy floral displays
- Cold-climate growers lacking indoor space for winter protection
- Shoppers needing immediate, local nursery availability
Performance breakdown
Fragrance potency
The rose-scented foliage provides a classic, aromatic experience for any garden.
Maintenance requirements
Low water needs and drought tolerance make this a worry-free choice.
Container suitability
Compact growth habit makes it perfect for patio pots and planters.
Pest resistance
Naturally deer-resistant foliage keeps unwanted visitors away from your display.
Versatility
Functions beautifully as a cut flower, potpourri ingredient, or garden accent.
Climate adaptability
Strict hardiness zones limit outdoor perennial success to warmer southern climates.
Key Specs
Shipped As
Pot: 3.5" h x 2.63" w (9.5 fl oz)
Lifecycle
Annual; tender perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
9, 10
Mature Size
3' h x 2' w
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Soil
Rich, well-drained
Water Requirements
Low Water Use
Soil pH
Prefers neutral
Features
- Scented Leaves
- Great for Containers
- Great Cut Flower
- Deer Resistant
- Heat or Drought Tolerant
- Fragrant flowers and foliage
What customers say
Customers consistently express delight with the Geranium 'True Rose', frequently highlighting its exceptional quality and unique appeal. Gardeners particularly value its distinctive rose like fragrance and beautiful, reliable blooms, noting its ease of establishment and robust growth in diverse garden environments. The plant's consistent performance and charming characteristics provide significant enjoyment, making it a cherished and worthwhile addition that often exceeds expectations.
Know before you buy
Yes, the foliage releases a distinct, pleasant rose-like fragrance when brushed or crushed. It is a classic scented geranium variety prized specifically for this aroma.
Absolutely. Its compact size and preference for well-drained soil make it an excellent candidate for pots and containers. Ensure your container has adequate drainage holes to keep the roots healthy.
It is a tender perennial, meaning it will only survive year-round outdoors in zones 9 and 10. In cooler climates, it is typically grown as an annual or brought indoors during the winter.
It performs best in full sun, though it appreciates a bit of afternoon shade in particularly hot climates. Providing this balance helps protect the foliage from scorching while ensuring consistent blooms.
This variety is considered deer resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, the strong fragrance of the leaves typically deters them from grazing.
This plant is heat and drought tolerant, so it requires relatively low water once established. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings to avoid waterlogging the roots.
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