Geranium
Pelargonium, P. x hybridum
Geraniums are recognizable for their vibrant colored, umbrel blooms and curvy, fragrant leaves. Geraniums are terrific in containers and as bedding plants in borders and paths. Perennial geraniums (cranesbill, wild geranium) are in the genus geranium (x sanguineum, x carolinianum, x maculatum, etc), not to be confused with the familiar annual geranium.
How to Grow Geranium
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Growing from Seed
Sow seeds in uniformly moist soil, under warm conditions. Stem cuttings are the easiest way to progagate geraniums. Geraniums are readily available at most garden nurseries.
Planting Considerations
Plants grown in containers will need frequent, thorough watering.
Geraniums leaves are mildly toxic to humans, cats, dogs, and horses.
Feeding
Apply high potassium fertilizer during flowering every two weeks.
Storage
Overwinter geraniums by taking cuttings in fall.
Pruning
Deadhead as spent flower umbrels can be unsightly.
Herbal Use
Flowers are edible and used in sachets, teas, jellies, butters, and vinegars.
