The Geranium Splish Splash

For outdoor planting, geraniums will grow just as good in containers as they will in the garden bed.

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.

Soil conditions should be slightly acidic and well drained.

If planting in containers, choose planters that will be large enough to support growth of the plant. If you find the plant wilting between watering, this may be a sign that it needs to be repotted. Make sure there is adequate drainage and take care not to overwater.

Geraniums can be nice to have indoors to brighten up a dull winter. Make sure you put them in a very sunny spot and use a well drained potting mix. Optimum temperatures for these plants is 65 degrees in the day and 55 at night.

Make sure you check Your Splish Splash for signs of pests and diseases

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The Splish Splash can make a great addition to any garden. Cut-leaved geranium is an early spring flowering perennial. The geranium is said to be a great tick repellent. This plant can have pest problems like the plant bug which makes sunken, rounded, brown, spots on the leaves.

Geranium oil is used in aromatherapy in the bath and for massage. It is commonly found in moist wooded areas or along stream banks, and can be easily recognized. The wild geranium is a favorite in a country garden and forms large clumps 12 to 24 inches in height. Geranium multisectum is a lovely, soft herbaceous perennial.

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