flower geranium care

Flower geranium care is a simple matter.. The wild geranium (genus Geranium) is great for cottage gardens and grows wild in the US while the common geranium (genus Pelargonium) is more suited for planting in formal gardens and containers.

flower geranium care is similar for plants in beds and containers. To plant geraniums outdoors, you must wait until all threat of frost has passed. Pick a spot that is sheltered from strong winds and gets at least 6 hours of sun a day. The soil should be well drained and mildly acidic (pH of 6.5 is ideal). Geraniums need fertilization for best growth and they thrive in beds that have a good supply of nitrogen. Before planting, apply a 5-10-5 fertilizer to the soil. After planting, you should fertilize every month with a 10-10-10 fertilizer. Mulch the area and water at least once a week.

flower geranium care for Planters

To grow geraniums in outdoor planters, use a soil that is well aerated. Put them in a spot that will get 6 to 8 hours of sun and fertilize with a commercial fertilizer monthly. Water once a week or as needed – do not let the plant sit in water, make sure your container has adequate drainage. If you find your plant looks wilted it may need to be moved to a larger container.

flower geranium care for Indoor Plants

The Martha Washington geraniums are not suited for outdoor growing but can be beautiful indoor plants. Put our plant in a sunny window for best flowering. Plant in a well drained soil and use a fertilizer formulated for indoor plants. Fertilize monthly when plant is flowering but cut back to every two months in the fall and winter. Your geranium will do best if the day time temps are around 65 degrees with night temperature around 55.

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