How to care for geraniums in winter?

Almost every homeowner has a geranium on their windowsill or balcony—no surprise there. But every flower has its own care nuances that must be taken into account. Geranium is a unique healer, and it has a distinctive scent, which, incidentally, not everyone likes. A flower for the dacha The geranium's leaves secrete antibacterial properties, making it a perfect addition to your windowsill during the winter. There are many different varieties of this flower, so women can find something special for themselves. But how do you care for geraniums indoors in winter?

What kind of care does geranium need?

Geranium is an easy-to-grow plant that doesn't require much care. The only thing you need to know is that it loves full sun. It doesn't mind direct sunlight, so it can even stand in the hottest sun without any harm. However, insufficient light can cause the plant and its flowers to fade, so choose a sunny location in the house.

Geraniums don't require any specific temperature conditions, so you won't have to create any additional conditions for the plant to grow properly.

As for watering, it should be moderate, as geraniums thrive in dry soil rather than in overly wet conditions. Watering should only be done when the soil is completely dry, as too much water can cause the plant to become diseased or even die. Make sure there's a drainage channel and monitor the water level in the planter. Geraniums don't tolerate humid air and don't need to be washed or misted, so it's best to choose pots that don't require additional watering.

By the way, we also recommend that you take a closer look at the beautiful shrubs -Clematis.

You should feed the plant only in the summer with special fertilizers several times a month, then it will have all the beneficial properties in the soil and delight your eyes with its flowering.

There are no special requirements for soil either, so it can easily be planted in ready-made soil available in stores. When repotting, it's a good idea to prepare drainage soil by placing pebbles in the bottom to prevent moisture retention. It's also important to consider the pot's size. Avoid repotting it too often, as it doesn't like it.

Geraniums need a little more attention in winter than in warmer months. But how do you care for geraniums indoors to ensure they bloom?

During the winter, geraniums go dormant, so it's best not to fertilize or repot them. They need to be in a dormant state. There are certain temperature requirements: the room temperature should be no higher than 10 degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit) for them to thrive and bloom beautifully. If the temperature is significantly higher, they will simply drop all their buds. It's best to place them in a cool room, but if that's not possible, a windowsill is fine. The glass will provide cool air, and that's enough for them. Just be careful to ensure the leaves don't touch the glass, as this will cause hypothermia.

We recommend:Anemone - planting and care in open ground.

Natural light may be insufficient for the plant in winter, so it's worth taking care of this in advance and purchasing special lamps for plants.

Points to pay attention to

When caring for a flower, you need to constantly monitor its condition, so if you notice the following signs, you need to act immediately, otherwise you will lose the flower:

— the leaves are yellow and very dry – this indicates that the amount of moisture is insufficient and the geranium needs to be watered more;

— the leaves have become very wilted and yellow – too much moisture – you need to control the amount of water in the stand and pour it out periodically;

- gray spots have started to appear on the leaves and stems - there is too much moisture and the plant is starting to rot, it is worth stopping watering the soil for a while;

— the lower leaves are starting to fall off – there is not enough light, so it is worth installing a lamp or looking for a place with more sunlight;

— does not bloom – the reason may be a large pot or a violation of the dormant regime during the winter period.

There's a lot of information online about how to care for geraniums at home, and photos show how to do it in detail. Just do some research, and you'll find everything you need to properly care for the plant. However, this is just one of the beautiful plants for a garden or cottage; consider also peonies.