Geranium bohemicum Orchid Blue Perennial Flower Seeds

Geranium Seeds - Orchid Blue

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Geranium (Geranium bohemicum Orchid Blue) - Geranium 'Orchid Blue' is a simply stunning plant, producing clusters of 3/4 inch saucer shaped flowers of a rarely seen shade of pure orchid-blue, each with purple-violet veins growing on bushy plants. 

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

12 - 18 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

Blue

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Normal, well draining soils which are humus rich

DEER RESISTANT

No

LATIN NAME

Geranium bohemicum

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

55 - 60F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

21 - 60 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Barely cover seed with compost or vermiculite and leave in sealed bag

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Make sure the compost is moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Geranium (Geranium bohemicum Orchid Blue) - Geranium 'Orchid Blue' is a simply stunning plant, producing clusters of 3/4 inch saucer shaped flowers of a rarely seen shade of pure orchid-blue, each with purple-violet veins growing on bushy plants. Growing 12 - 18 inches in height, this gorgeous plant soon spreads to form low hummocks of deeply cut soft green, leaves. Makes a delightful show, particularly when situated in a sunny position in the border. Can be used for a ground cover, cottage gardens, or alpine and rock gardens.

Suitable for any well drained soil, ‘Orchid Blue’ are at their best in full sun, they are invaluable for their pretty flowers, attractive foliage, and their ability to cover the ground, a contribution in the suppression of weeds in the border. This short lived perennial will flower the first year from an early sowing. A short-lived border and ground cover plant which self-seeds to keep continuity. They have a willingness to flourish without any special attention, and what is more they are very hardy which in my book makes them irreplaceable for most garden situations.

 

Common Questions

Q

What are some ways to use this flower in my landscape?

A

Geranium bohemicum is great for cottage and informal gardens, gravel gardens, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, beds and borders or as a ground cover.

Q

Do I need to prune Geranium bohemicum?

A

Yes, basal leaves often wilt at the flowering stage, cut back after flowering to tidy faded foliage.

Q

Are there any pests that are a problem for Geranium bohemicum?

A

Yes, Geranium bohemicum may be susceptible to vine weevil, geranium sawfly, slugs and snails.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Light pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Evenly moist, loamy, pH 6.1 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

No

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

LATIN NAME

Pelargonium zonale

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 FI Appleblossom) - Beautifully displaying the apple blossom colored blooms, the large, generously zoned foliage of this flower is almost a scene stealer! Readily grown from Pelargonium Zonale seeds, this drought tolerant geranium is marked by rich green foliage which is handsome enough to stand on its own as a foliage plant, but the huge 4 - 5 inch flower heads nearly obscure the foliage at the height of bloom.

Early summer blooms

Geranium plants will start blooming in early summer and will continue blooming right up to frost in the garden, pots, or window boxes!

appleblossom geranium flowers

Geranium seed | appleblossom

How to grow

How To Grow Geranium From Seed: To sow geranium 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 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 flower 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 of Geraniums includes using a liquid fertilizer monthly, water when they dry out, and deadhead the spent blooms to keep plants blooming well.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 5 - 7 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
  • Depth: 1/8 inch
geranium seeds appleblossom

Flower Specifications

This Pelargonium Zonale has a compact, basal branching habit and well-rounded flower heads for easy care. Even though it is a compact plant, it manages to produce plenty of blooms and leaves and it reaches 12 - 14 inches in height.

  • Height: 12 - 14 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 8
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead my geranium flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

How much water to potted geraniums need?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to fertilize my plants?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to prune my geranium plants?

A

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.

Q

Do geraniums do better in pots or in the ground?

A

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.

Q

Can geraniums grow indoors?

A

Potted geraniums can do well as indoor plants provided you can give them enough light exposure.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Rose

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Evenly moist, loamy, pH 6.1 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

No

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

LATIN NAME

Pelargonium zonale

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

Q

Do I need to deadhead my geranium flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

How much water to potted geraniums need?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to fertilize my plants?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to prune my geranium plants?

A

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.

Q

Do geraniums do better in pots or in the ground?

A

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.

Q

Can geraniums grow indoors?

A

Potted geraniums can do well as indoor plants provided you can give them enough light exposure.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Scarlet

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Evenly moist, loamy, pH 6.1 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

No

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

LATIN NAME

Pelargonium zonale

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 FI Scarlet) - If you like this scarlet colored flower, be sure to check out our other colors of appleblossom, rose, violet, white, and a mix that all easily start from flower seeds. These drough tolerant plants are very popular garden flowers with clusters of well-rounded flowers on a compact, basal branching frame.

Neat & compact

The large flower heads are 4 - 5 inches across and are held well above the zoned foliage. The plants are neat and compact. They are ideal for bedding, borders, pots on the patio, and they make eye-catching window boxes!

scarlet geranium flowers

Geranium seed | scarlet

How to grow

How To Grow Geranium From Seed: To sow geranium 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 flowers 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.

Approximately 5 - 6 weeks after sowing the seeds, transplant seedlings into 3 - 4 inch pots. After frost danger has passed, gradually acclimatize the fragile seedlings to outdoor conditions for 10 - 15 days before planting out. Use of a liquid fertilizer monthly, water when the plants dry out, and deadheading the spent blooms to keep plants blooming well are 3 primary care techiniques for keeping your geraniums healthy.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 5 - 7 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
  • Depth: 1/8 inch
geranium seeds scarlet

Flower Specifications

Geraniums require little care, once established. 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.

  • Height: 12 - 14 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 8
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Drought Tolerant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead my geranium flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

How much water to potted geraniums need?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to fertilize my plants?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to prune my geranium plants?

A

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.

Q

Do geraniums do better in pots or in the ground?

A

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.

Q

Can geraniums grow indoors?

A

Potted geraniums can do well as indoor plants provided you can give them enough light exposure.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Violet

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Evenly moist, loamy, pH 6.1 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

No

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

LATIN NAME

Pelargonium zonale

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 moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Geranium (Pelargonium Zonale FI Violet) - The dark green foliage of this geranium beautifully frames the large violet blooms which can reach 4 - 5 inches across. This versatile little plant establishes easily from seeds, is resistant to drought, and gives a never ending show of color all growing season long! This plant is basal-branching yet compact, and it manages to produce plenty of blooms and leaves on neat 12 - 14 inch plants. Flowers will start blooming in early summer and continue to bloom in many areas right up until the first frost. There are several places to grow geraniums including: the flower garden, pots, or window boxes. They look great wherever they are planted!

Pelargonium Zonale plants require little care once established including little water. 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 easy to plant flower seeds into the mix, covering no more than 1/8 inch of soil. 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 geranium seeds, transplant seedlings into 3 - 4 inch pots. After frost danger has passed, gradually acclimatize the small seedlings to outdoor conditions for 10 - 15 days before planting directly outside. The best care for your healthy geranium plants use a liquid fertilizer monthly, watering when the plant dries out, and deadheading the spent blooms to keep plants blooming well.  These simple steps will help keep your plants looking vibrant.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead my geranium flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

How much water to potted geraniums need?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to fertilize my plants?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to prune my geranium plants?

A

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.

Q

Do geraniums do better in pots or in the ground?

A

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.

Q

Can geraniums grow indoors?

A

Potted geraniums can do well as indoor plants provided you can give them enough light exposure.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Evenly moist, loamy, pH 6.1 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

No

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

LATIN NAME

Pelargonium zonale

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 FI White) - Seeds produce sturdy, compact plants that are sure to give bright color and attractive foliage all summer long. 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. Start from flower seeds indoors in late winter, plants will bloom all summer and can be wintered over indoors or in a greenhouse. They are considered to be heat and drought tolerant once established.

Very heat tolerant

This variety of geranium is a very heat tolerant plant and is an excellent performer in both the landscape and containers. The bright white flowers will light up any window box!

white geranium flowers

Geranium seed | white

How to grow

To sow geranium 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 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.

Wait about 5 - 6 weeks after sowing these flower seeds then transplant seedlings into three to four inch pots. After the danger of frost has gone away, gradually acclimatize the small seedlings to the great outdoors for 10 - 15 days before planting the seedlings directly outdoors.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 5 - 7 days
  • keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
  • Depth: 1/8 inch
geranium seeds white

Flower Specifications

Geranium care includes using a high quality liquid fertilizer every for weeks or so, watering the plants when they dry out, and deadheading the spent blooms to keep new blooms coming during the growing season.

  • Height: 12 - 14 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 8
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Drought Tolerant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead my geranium flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

How much water to potted geraniums need?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to fertilize my plants?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to prune my geranium plants?

A

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.

Q

Do geraniums do better in pots or in the ground?

A

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.

Q

Can geraniums grow indoors?

A

Potted geraniums can do well as indoor plants provided you can give them enough light exposure.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Evenly moist, loamy, pH 6.1 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

No

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

LATIN NAME

Pelargonium zonale

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

5 - 7 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/8 inch

SOWING RATE

2 -3 seeds plant

MOISTURE

Keep seed moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Geranium (Pelargonium Zonale F2 Mix) - Get all of our most popular colors in one beautiful mix of geranium seeds. This flower seed mix will produce big flowers reaching 4 - 5 inches across and dense foliage with a bushy habit and rich, dark green leaves. With large bloom clusters and striking zoned foliage, this seed mix is a show stopper all summer through fall until the first frost. Being both heat and drought tolerant, it is also used in xeriscape lanscaping.

Bright versatile blooms

Use this flower seed mix to fill your flowerpots, beds, and borders for an extra-long season of color!

geranium flowers

Geranium seed | mix

How to grow

How To Grow Geraniums From Seed: It is best to start these seeds 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 fresh seeds into the mix, ensuring not to cover the seeds by 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.

In just a short five to six weeks after sowing the seeds, transplant these young seedlings into small pots. Once frost season is over in your area and temperatures are climbing, gradually acclimate the seedlings to outdoor conditions for 10 - 15 days before finding the perfect location to plant your geraniums outdoors. Proper care includes using a liquid fertilizer when needed (usually about once a month), providing proper moisture for the plants, and deadheading old flowers to keep new buds appearing.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Average Germ Time: 5 - 7 days
  • Keep moist until germination
  • Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
  • Depth: 1/8 inch
geranium seed mix

Flower Specifications

Geranium plants require little care, once established. 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. These plants are easy to grow from geranium seeds indoors in late winter. Once the plants are established, they will bloom all summer and can be wintered over indoors or in a greenhouse.

  • Height: 12 - 14 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 8
  • Season: Annual
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Drought Tolerant: Yes

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead my geranium flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

How much water to potted geraniums need?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to fertilize my plants?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to prune my geranium plants?

A

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.

Q

Do geraniums do better in pots or in the ground?

A

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.

Q

Can geraniums grow indoors?

A

Potted geraniums can do well as indoor plants provided you can give them enough light exposure.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 8

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Evenly moist, loamy, pH 6.1 - 7.0

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Pelargonium zonale

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

5 - 7 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/8th inch

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seed moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Geranium (Pelargonium Zonale F1 Pink Bicolor) - Geraniums are a popular drought tolerant bedding and container plant that offer an exceptional color display all spring and summer. They are readily grown from our high quality seeds, and with time the plants have dark green, lobed leaves that are very attractive and large bi-colored pink blooms. These plants require little care once they are established including very little water which them perfect for xeriscape gardens where water conservation is a priorty. Fill baskets and containers of all kinds with these amazing flowers. The flowers will bloom all summer, and they can successfully be wintered in a greenhouse or indoors.

How To Grow Geraniums From Flower Seeds: The best way to start these top germinating seeds is to start indoors 10 weeks before the last frost date is expected. Using starter trays is an easy and effective method of planting along with a good free-draining seed sowing mix. Press the flowers seeds into the soil mix, but do not cover the seeds by more than 1/8 inch. Keep the seeds consistently moist ensuring the soil does not dry out.  Seed germination will always drop if seeds dry completely out, get wet again, dry completely out, etc. Five to six weeks after sowing the flower seeds, transplant seedlings into 3 - 4 inch pots and allow to grow on. Harden the plants off for 10 to 15 days and transplant outdoors once danger of frost has passed. Geranium care includes using a liquid fertilizer monthly and watering regularly. Be sure to remove spent blooms to keep plants blooming well during your growing season.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead my geranium flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

How much water to potted geraniums need?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to fertilize my plants?

A

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.

Q

Do I need to prune my geranium plants?

A

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.

Q

Do geraniums do better in pots or in the ground?

A

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.

Q

Can geraniums grow indoors?

A

Potted geraniums can do well as indoor plants provided you can give them enough light exposure.

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