Post by Lady PP on Jun 14, 2005 23:13:33 GMT -5
The geranium has long been a favorite plant for both garden
beds and containers. This common geranium is actually a member
of the genus Pelargonium while the wild geranium is a member of
the genus Geranium. Both look great in gardens! Both the wild
and common geraniums are suited for outdoor living, but the
Regal or Martha Washington geranium is best kept in containers
indoors.
Geraniums can be grown in planters on the porch, patio or
garden. The ivy type geraniums are great for hanging baskets
and window boxes. Make sure you use a container that is big
enough for the plant or it will wilt (you may need to replant
to prevent wilting as the plant grows). Use a soil that has
enough aeration – either a commercial made mix or garden soil
mixed with peat moss or perlite. Plant in a spot that is
protected from strong wind and gets 6 hours sun a day. Make
sure you water it frequently but do not let it sit in water.
The Regal or Martha Washington geranium is not suited for
outdoor use but perfect for the indoors! Put your plant in a
sunny window for best results. Perfect temperatures for your
indoor geranium are mid 60’s during day time hours and mid 50’s
at night. Fertilize once a month in spring and summer and every
2 months in fall and winter. Water weekly and use a container
that has good drainage.
Some pests you might find making a meal of our geraniums
include:
caterpillars
aphids
whitefly
mites
slugs
Most of these can be controlled with sprays, the aphids can be
controlled with ladybugs and the slugs can be captured in a
shallow dish of beer. Also, watch for subterranean termites
that tunnel through the stems of your plant causing it to turn
yellow and die. If you suspect these, treat the soil with
special treatment.
About The Author: Lee Dobbins writes for
www.geranium-flowers.com where you can find out more
about geraniums. Visit
www.geranium-flowers.com/Geranium-Variety.html for more
on different types of Geraniums for your garden.
beds and containers. This common geranium is actually a member
of the genus Pelargonium while the wild geranium is a member of
the genus Geranium. Both look great in gardens! Both the wild
and common geraniums are suited for outdoor living, but the
Regal or Martha Washington geranium is best kept in containers
indoors.
Geraniums can be grown in planters on the porch, patio or
garden. The ivy type geraniums are great for hanging baskets
and window boxes. Make sure you use a container that is big
enough for the plant or it will wilt (you may need to replant
to prevent wilting as the plant grows). Use a soil that has
enough aeration – either a commercial made mix or garden soil
mixed with peat moss or perlite. Plant in a spot that is
protected from strong wind and gets 6 hours sun a day. Make
sure you water it frequently but do not let it sit in water.
The Regal or Martha Washington geranium is not suited for
outdoor use but perfect for the indoors! Put your plant in a
sunny window for best results. Perfect temperatures for your
indoor geranium are mid 60’s during day time hours and mid 50’s
at night. Fertilize once a month in spring and summer and every
2 months in fall and winter. Water weekly and use a container
that has good drainage.
Some pests you might find making a meal of our geraniums
include:
caterpillars
aphids
whitefly
mites
slugs
Most of these can be controlled with sprays, the aphids can be
controlled with ladybugs and the slugs can be captured in a
shallow dish of beer. Also, watch for subterranean termites
that tunnel through the stems of your plant causing it to turn
yellow and die. If you suspect these, treat the soil with
special treatment.
About The Author: Lee Dobbins writes for
www.geranium-flowers.com where you can find out more
about geraniums. Visit
www.geranium-flowers.com/Geranium-Variety.html for more
on different types of Geraniums for your garden.