Geraniums, don’t water them like this: you’ll make them rot! Discover the gardeners’ trick for a super bloom! The summer bloom of geraniums adorns squares, balconies, walkways, gardens, etc… but to be so leafy they require attention and the fundamental thing to always have them splendid and flowery is to water them at the right time. Their colors are mostly bright, monochromatic or bicolored, but always beautiful. That is why it is necessary to know how to treat this type of plant that enlivens our summers. 
How much light do geraniums need?
The geranium is a plant that needs a lot of light, but you have to pay attention in summer to the central hours of the day that can cause dehydration problems. The ideal place would be a semi-shaded place.
How should geraniums be watered?
This plant needs a lot of water, but you shouldn’t overdo it. To be sure that the soil is dry, simply use your finger. Dig a little into the soil if it is dry even entering the pot, proceed with watering. Avoid standing water by leaving it in the saucer, it could cause the roots to rot.
What fertilizer to use for geraniums?
On the market you can choose whether to use liquid or solid fertilizers. The best time to fertilize them is spring, but you can also do it in summer at a rate of once a month. You can also choose between organic fertilizers, such as humus or manure, mixing them with soil or chemicals sold in specialized stores and sometimes even in the supermarket. In this case, read the methods of administration carefully.
When to prune geraniums!
The pruning of geraniums is usually done in autumn, removing the thinner branches from the base and leaving the robust ones. But in summer it is necessary to do some small pruning when there are wilted flowers that must be removed starting from the node where their stem is born. Even dry leaves should be removed if any.
How to make geraniums bloom again?
In order to bloom, geraniums must have many hours of light, so if you have a bright place to put them, you will see that they will always be beautiful, leafy and blooming. This plant survives up to 40 years in the best conditions. If, on the other hand, your geraniums do not bloom, they probably do not have enough hours of light, or too much fertilizer has been used or there may be parasites that have attacked them.
