hardy geranium
Geranium clarkei
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7
Flowers:
Purple-violet or white Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Hardy geraniums (Geranium clarkei) do best when watered regularly. During the warmer months, water your plant every 3–4 days or when the top inch or so of soil feels dry. When temperatures begin to drop in the colder months, cut back on watering to once a week or whenever the top inch or soil has dried out. Giving these plants a thorough dousing, until water reaches the bottom of the container, is best. To avoid over-watering, always check the soil and see if the plant needs more water.
sunlight
Hardy Geraniums (Geranium clarkei) do best in full sun or partial shade. When grown in full sun, they need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Partial shade means at least 3-4 hours of direct sunlight a day. If grown in partial shade, they will need additional light provided by growing lamps. Hardy geraniums love the sun and should be placed in an area that receives plenty of it throughout the day. When grown in full sun, the flowers will be most prolific and vibrant.
pruning
Hardy geraniums (Geranium clarkei) should be pruned every year to encourage new growth and blooms. Pruning should take place in early spring, before the plant begins to actively grow. Start by removing any dead or damaged stems and leaves. Then prune back the stems by around 1-third to promote bushy growth. This will help create a full, luscious look in the garden. Finally, trim off any flowers that have faded or gone to seed to avoid the plant putting energy into growing seeds.
