{"product_id":"pelargonium-geranium","title":"Geranium (Pelargonium)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePelargonium, known in Saudi as atra, is a compact plant grown for its fragrant leaves and clusters of colourful flowers. It loves sun, needs well-drained soil and handles short dry spells, which makes it an easy choice for pots, window boxes and small beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy pelargonium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant leaves – the scent depends on the variety, such as rose, lemon or mint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower clusters in many colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought tolerant once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA compact size that suits pots and balconies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to plant it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePots on terraces and balconies, window boxes, the front of sunny beds and herb corners. It usually grows 30–60 cm tall and wide. Choose a spot with at least 6 hours of sun; in the hottest summer months, light afternoon shade can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare in the Saudi climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: at least 6 hours of direct sun; in low light it gets leggy and flowers poorly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: let the soil dry slightly between waterings; it flowers better with moderate moisture but dislikes soggy soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: well-drained soil, and pots with drainage holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason: sold as a seasonal plant – it looks its best in the cooler months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePruning: pinch the stem tips to keep it bushy and remove faded flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety: the leaves are toxic to cats and dogs – keep it away from pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10–15 cm: Young plant. For small pots and window boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bastana Online Gardens","offers":[{"title":"10-15 cm","offer_id":37531639480489,"sku":"BA-AR8009","price":21.0,"currency_code":"SAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0095\/4862\/8015\/files\/o-6081347715241-main.png?v=1794123753","url":"https:\/\/www.bastanastore.com\/products\/pelargonium-geranium","provider":"Bastana Online Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}