bigroot geranium

Bigroot geraniums should be watered deeply and regularly once the top of the soil begins to dry. Aim to keep the soil slightly moist but not soggy or overly wet. During hot weather, water more often and check the soil every few days. During cool weather, watering should be reduced and the soil allowed to dry out more between waterings. Generally, bigroot geraniums should be watered once or twice each week, but this may vary depending on the plant's location, and weather conditions.

Bigroot geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety') requires full sun for a minimum of 6 to 8 hours each day to remain healthy and produce a flowering display. Sunlight is a crucial factor in the growth and blooms of this species. When planting in the garden, select a site that receives full sun throughout most of the day. For plants grown in containers, move the pot to an area where it will get the necessary 6 to 8 hours of sun. Plants also benefit from light reflected from walls or other structures. It is best to provide morning sun and afternoon shade if possible.

Bigroot geranium (Geranium macrorhizum 'Bevan's Variety') benefits from a light pruning in early spring, just after the danger of frost has passed. Pruning encourages more bushiness and flowers, so begin by removing up to a third of the oldest shoots to ground level. You'll also want to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged shoots and any shoots that are weak or spindly. This will open up the entire plant and create room for new growth. After the initial pruning, you can trim the shoots back to encourage branching and create a more compact shape. In late summer or early fall, if necessary, you can trim back any shoots that have become leggy to restore the shape. Bigroot geraniums are fairly low maintenance and do not require pruning every year, so simply monitor it and prune as necessary.