Geranium

Flower · warm season · also called pelargonium, zonal geranium

Red geraniums in a pot
Photo: Michelangelo-36, Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)

When to plant

  • Set out plants about 1 week after your average last spring frost.
  • Ready to harvest about 45 days after planting.

Deadhead faded blooms. Bring plants indoors to a sunny window before frost, or take cuttings.

Frost dates depend on where you live. Enter your ZIP code to get exact dates.

Growing basics

Not edible.

Harmful to pets. Toxic to cats and dogs (vomiting, skin irritation).

Sun
Full sun (6+ hours)
Spacing
12 in
Soil temperature
At least 60°F
Time to harvest
About 45 days
Containers
At least 1 gallons
Plant family
Other

Grow it well

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