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Pelargoniums bloom most beautifully if you water them this way: They are not like other flowers, and few housewives know this
Pelargoniums have been considered one of the favorite flowers on balconies and terraces for years, but many make a big mistake when it comes to watering. Unlike many other plants, pelargoniums do not like too much water, and the way of watering can decide whether they will be full of flowers or quickly start to wither.
TL;DR
- Pelargoniums do not like excessive water; overwatering can cause root rot and poor flowering.
- Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings, especially in warm weather.
- Water directly at the root, avoiding wetting the leaves and flowers.
- Morning watering is recommended to allow the plant to absorb moisture.
- Occasional feeding with a solution containing a small amount of iodine is believed to promote more abundant flowering.
- Pelargoniums need plenty of light and several hours of direct sun daily to bloom best.
- With proper watering, sufficient light, and removal of dead flowers, pelargoniums can bloom until late autumn.