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(Pelargonium Zonale F1 Rose) - There is a great deal of variety in the Geraniums that can be grown from flower seeds, but most of the commonly grown varieties are low-growing, dense carpet-like plants. The leaves are dark green and may be rounded, but more often they are serrated or lobed and quite attractive. This variety is also drought tolerant.
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
5 - 7 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
1/8 inch
SOWING RATE
2 - 3 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seed moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
8 - 12 inches
Geranium (Pelargonium Zonale F1 Rose) - There is a great deal of variety in the Geraniums that can be grown from flower seeds, but most of the commonly grown varieties are low-growing, dense carpet-like plants. The leaves are dark green and may be rounded, but more often they are serrated or lobed and quite attractive. Many people like to grow geranium plants just for its attractive foliage. The 4 - 5 inch beautiful flowers are just an added bonus! Geraniums are often planted under roses, to camouflage rose knees and complement the roses in color; however, they look equally good when paired with contrasting textures and colors.
Pelargonium Zonale plants require little care once established and are considered drought tolerant. They prefer full sun and a well-drained, moderately rich soil. They can handle partial shade, but become more prone to mildew if kept damp. Easy-to-start from flower seeds indoors in late winter, geraniums will bloom all summer and can be wintered over indoors or in a greenhouse.
To sow seeds, start indoors 8 - 10 weeks before the last frost date is expected. Use starter trays and a good free-draining seed sowing mix, and press the geranium seeds into the mix, covering no more than 1/8 inch. Moisten the flower seeds and seal the tray in a plastic bag or cover with a piece of glass to keep humidity and temperatures more consistent. Five to six weeks after sowing the seeds, transplant seedlings into 3 - 4 inch pots. After frost danger has passed, gradually acclimatize the seedlings to outdoor conditions for 10 - 15 days before planting out. Care includes using a liquid fertilizer monthly, watering when they dry out, and deadheading the spent blooms to keep plants blooming well.
Common Questions
Do I need to deadhead my geranium flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.
How much water to potted geraniums need?
This will depend on temperatures. A good rule of thumb is 2 – 3 times per week. In the garden once established you can allow the soil to dry out between and watering once a week is often enough.
Do I need to fertilize my plants?
Geraniums benefit from an application of balanced, slow-release fertilizer every 2 to 4 weeks. Skip this if you used a potting medium in your containers plants that already have fertilizer in the mix.
Do I need to prune my geranium plants?
Branches should be pinched back just above the leaf node. Remove flower stems at their base. It is also key to check regularly and remove any damaged stems or foliage.
Do geraniums do better in pots or in the ground?
Geraniums are excellent container plants. They can also do well as bedding plants and in borders, however growing them in pots allows for greater control over water, heat and sun exposure.
Can geraniums grow indoors?
Potted geraniums can do well as indoor plants provided you can give them enough light exposure.
