The About The Ivy Geranium Plant

Information about the ivy geranium plant:

Perfect for any hanging planter such as window boxes or even a patio planter that you want to add some trailing interest too, the ivy geranium will bloom from July to the first frost with colorful flowers in shades or red, pink or white.

Planting Tips For The Ivy Geranium

Plant in garden beds, planters and hanging baskets.

Geraniums like the sun, but not too much in climates that are very hot. Put them in a spot that will get 6 to 8 hours of sun each day. Strong winds can damage these plants so make sure the area is protected.

Plant the geranium in an area that has good drainage and slightly acidic soil.

Geraniums grow nicely in patio containers and planters. Make sure you use a soil mixture that drains well (soil and peat moss or perlite) and do not over water. It is important to keep your plant in a container that is large enough to support growth or you will find the plant will wilt and look unhealthy.

Indoor geraniums will flower if put in a very sunny spot. Make sure they are in a container large enough for the plant with good drainage. Fertilize every month spring through summer and every other month fall through winter.

Make sure you check the About The Ivy Geranium Plant for signs of pests and diseases

Where To Buy

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Of Interest:

International Geranium Society

Plant Bytes

The Ivy Geranium Plant can enhance your patio. The geranium is said to be a great tick repellent. Cut-leaved geranium is an early spring flowering perennial. The plant can be easily propagated from seeds or cuttings.

There are herbal uses as well and this plant can be used for inflammation with its mild, soothing effect. The wild geranium is a favorite in a country garden and forms large clumps 12 to 24 inches in height. They can be grown as a bedding, in containers or a hanging plant. These perennials have many varieties included scented and ivy geranium particularly for a hanging basket.

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You can grow Geraniums outside in planters, containers, window boxes and flower beds.