Water
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Also known as Almond Geranium · Oak-Leaf Geranium · Oak-Leaved Geranium
Oakleaf Geranium (Pelargonium quercifolium) is a perennial shrub with deeply lobed, oak-like leaves and pink to purple flowers, often with darker markings.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
80% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
60% intensity
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining potting mix or garden soil, slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range is 15-24°C.
70% intensity
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
50% intensity
Reduce or stop in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune in spring to shape the plant, remove dead or weak stems, and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back young plants to promote branching.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Allow cuttings to callus before planting in moist potting mix.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Photos of Oakleaf Geranium (Pelargonium quercifolium)
Where Oakleaf Geranium (Pelargonium quercifolium) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Geraniales |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Pelargonium |
| Species | Pelargonium quercifolium |
Similar in genus Pelargonium
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