Tip #11: Geraniums (Pelargonium)
No list of summer flowers is complete without the classic zonal geranium. With their bold, spherical flower heads and attractively scalloped leaves, geraniums bring a touch of Mediterranean charm to patios and front porches. They are universally recognized, incredibly reliable, and remarkably easy to grow.
Geraniums thrive in containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets. To keep them happy, you must let the soil dry out significantly between waterings. Yellowing leaves near the bottom of the plant often indicate that you are providing too much water or that the container lacks proper drainage holes.
Deadheading geraniums requires a specific technique to keep the plant healthy. Do not just cut the flower head off; instead, follow the flower stem all the way down to where it meets the main branch. Grab the stem firmly and snap it backward. It will break off cleanly at the joint, preventing the remaining hollow stem from rotting and inviting disease into the main plant.
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Great information on flowers that bloom all summer.
Thank you,
Darlene
Where’s the article. All I get is ads for edging
It’s located on the first page. There’s the pic of flowers and a gold link that sez “See Flowers”. Tap on that and your first of 12 flowers is zinneas. At the end of that part, click on the green 2 so be taken to the next flower info. Continue until you have seen all 12 flowers.
Thanks for the wonderful tips. I’m running a little behind schedule in extending my summer garden but will definitely incorporate these ideas.
I would like info on where can I buy the seeds or plant of LANTANA and MARIGOLD please
I’ve got Lantana growing along my driveway and front yard. I would live to send you some.
vinca, all summer until frost, and withstand hot sun, and pretty good when it dry
I can only see two flowers. What am I doing wrong?