Scented Geraniums Indoors

Scented geraniums indoors

Growing Scented Geraniums Indoors: A south- or west-facing window that lets in lots of light is ideal for growing scented geraniums. You'll need to shade your plants in the heat of summer, but in the winter they will thrive.

How long will geraniums last indoors?

The average life expectancy of a geranium is about two years, and although they will last much longer than that, they tend to get woody and the blooms diminish. Luckily, propagation is easy with geraniums.

How do you keep geraniums alive indoors?

While indoors they'll need at least four hours of direct sunlight at normal room temperature to flourish and flower. Water them moderately while they are actively growing, ensuring that the potting mix is wet throughout but never soggy. Allow the top half-inch of the soil to dry out between waterings.

What do you do with scented geraniums in the winter?

These fragrant plants are easy to overwinter, either in containers or by taking cuttings. If you bring potted scented geraniums indoors for winter, give them a spot near a bright east or south window for best growth. Plants will become lanky inside. Trim them as needed to keep growth in check.

Can you keep geraniums in the house over winter?

Geraniums can be overwintered indoors by taking cuttings, potting up individual plants or storing bare-root plants in a cool, dry location. Make sure to do one or all of these things before the first frost.

Will scented geraniums come back every year?

Scented geraniums may be grown as annuals, or they can be overwintered and enjoyed year after year. There are several ways to overwinter scented geraniums successfully. Overwinter them as a houseplant by bringing containers indoors in fall before frost and placing plants in a bright, sunny window.

How do I save my geraniums plants for next year?

Store your geraniums over winter Keep your geraniums in a cool, dry location, at about 50 to 60 degrees F. Check for mold about once a month and remove dried leaves from the bag or box. At the same time do a quick check of the stems — they should be firm. If you find shriveled, dried-out stems, throw them away.

How do you keep geraniums in pots over winter?

How to overwinter geraniums in pots

1. Move pots under cover.
2. Cut plants back.
3. Reduce watering.
4. Dig them up If using this method, before fall, dig them up and shake off all the soil from the roots and let them dry out for a couple of days.

How often should you water geraniums indoors?

Geraniums soak-up moisture rather quickly in the sun's heat, so it's important to hydrate your specimen frequently. Allow the top third to dry out in between waters, reducing this slightly in the autumn and winter. We'd say once every 5 - 7 days in the spring and summer will be acceptable.

Are geraniums better in pots or in the ground?

Geraniums thrive in containers, so geranium care is just as easy when they are in pots. Plus, planting geraniums in pots offers the option of bringing geraniums indoors to overwinter. In general, geraniums don't mind being a little root-bound, so they don't require a ton of growing space to still look their best.

Why is my indoor geranium dying?

Overwatering can cause stem and root rot in any kind of plant, including geraniums. Geraniums can sometimes be saved from rot, which presents with black, wilted stems and roots. If caught too late, the plant may not be salvageable, but if it is more green than black, it has a decent chance at recovery.

Should I cut the dead flowers off my geraniums?

You should deadhead whenever your geranium blooms begin to look brown or weak. To deadhead your geraniums, rather than simply pulling off the top flowers, you need to go a little deeper in the plant and snap the stem below its node or joint, where new growth begins.

Should I cut back scented geraniums?

Occasional pinching and light pruning will make your scented geranium plants more full and bushy. If your plant gets to be too large, don't be afraid to prune it back to maintain its shape. Spring is the best time to prune because this will give the plants time to set buds and flowers.

How long do scented geraniums last?

Harvest and Use: Scented geraniums are a lovely addition to fresh cut bouquets. Their long stems of foliage will keep for 2 to 3 weeks. During Victorian times this foliage was a favorite in tussie-mussies, which are traditional, small bouquets from fresh cut flowers because of their fragrance.

Can I leave geraniums outside in pots over winter?

Geraniums like it cool in the winter — 55 to 65 F is ideal — so a drafty west-facing window would be ideal to overwinter your potted geranium. To avoid bringing in unwelcome pests from outdoors, wash the foliage thoroughly with your hose and repot the plant into fresh potting soil.

Should I cut back my geraniums before winter?

Overwintered Plants For geraniums stored as dormant plants during the winter, prune off all of the flowers and flower stems, along with about a third of the length of each stem, before you place the plant in its winter home.

What is the lowest temperature geraniums can tolerate?

During winter, geraniums grow best with night temperatures of 50° to 60°F (10° to 16°C) but will survive if they drop to 32°F (0°C) and/or rise above 80°F (27°C), as long as they are kept relatively dry. When new growth appears in the spring, cut off all the old leaves.

When should I take my geraniums indoors?

At what temperature should geraniums be brought inside? Once nightly temperatures fall below around 55 degrees Fahrenheit, it's time to bring your geraniums inside if you plan to overwinter them indoors. If they're exposed to frost, it might already be too late to overwinter a healthy plant.

Will geraniums bloom all year indoors?

Potted geraniums (Pelargonium species) are excellent indoor plants and can be grown indoors throughout the year. They are typically available from March through June, and will flower continuously if provided with enough light in the home.

What is the difference between geraniums and scented geraniums?

Scented geraniums (Pelargonium) are in the same genus as the colorful geraniums grown as summer annuals. However, these geraniums are primarily grown for their fragrant leaves.

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