cranesbill

Cranesbill (Geranium lindavicum 'Apple Blossom') require moderate watering, ensuring that the soil doesn't dry out completely between waterings. Water the plants when soil feels dry to the touch, about once a week when temperatures are warmer and less frequently in the cooler months. During hot, dry summer months, water more often, ensuring the soil is always lightly moist rather than overly saturated. Avoid letting the leaves get wet when watering and water in the morning to provide enough moisture for the plants and allow any excess moisture to evaporate off the foliage during the day.

Cranesbill (Geranium lindavicum 'Apple Blossom') does best in part shade to full sun. This plant prefers at least 4 hours of sunlight per day, although it will tolerate some shade, full sun is optimal. The ideal conditions for the plant include periods of direct sun in the morning with afternoon shade or bright dappled shade. Additionally, if the plant is grown in areas with hot and dry summers, providing some afternoon shade is recommended.

Cranesbill (Geranium lindavicum 'Apple Blossom') should be lightly pruned throughout the growing season if necessary. Prune off dead or damaged leaves as soon as you spot them. Lightly shear the most upright stems every few weeks while the plant is flowering if you need to control its size and encourage better blooms. In late summer or early autumn, about 6–8 weeks before the first frost, cut back on the light pruning and reduce the shoots back by 2-thirds to encourage a bushier, compact shape. Finally, prune off any dead wood and remove any perennial stems that may have produced a lot of foliage and few flowers.