Rose Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)

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Rose Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)

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In the Garden | Culinary | Fragrance | Medicinal use

Popular garden varieties

Rose Scented
Geranium

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In the Garden

Growth Characteristics:

Perennial, Evergreen, Frost tolerant,
Height: ±1m; Spread: ±80 cm,
Highly rose scented leaves,
Small mauve flowers in summer,

Cultivation:

Full sun; Well drained, composted soil,

Harvesting:

Pick fresh leaves and flowers throughout the year,

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Culinary use

Use Rose scented geranium leaves with:

Biscuits,
Sorbet, Punch, Summer drinks,
Use a strong infusion to flavour sauces, custards, jellies, buns, water ices,
Herb butter for cakes and sweet biscuits, spread on bread and scones,
Add flowers to salads, use as garnish,

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Fragrance

Use in potpourri and pillows for a relaxing and soothing lemon-rose fragrance,
Add to bathwater, Bath Smoothie ,
Infuse as a mild astringent to clean and help circulation of pale, sluggish complexion,

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Medicinal use

Rose Scented Geranium may be beneficial in the following cases:

Nervous System	Phobias - release tension and induce a feeling of calm, Antidepressant, anxiety, Stress,
Skin	Eczema, Shingles,
Cardiovascular System	Varicose veins,
Liver	Liver disorders,
Reproductive System	Menopause, PMS,

Preparation and dosage:

TEA:

Add about 3-4 fresh leaves, or 1 tablespoon dried leaves, per cup of boiling water, let it stand for 10-15 minutes before drinking,
Drink up to 3 cups per day,

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