We won’t miss it! How to prune geraniums at the beginning of March

March is almost halfway through, so it’s time to tackle various tasks related to both the garden and ornamental plants. Geraniums often stand out among these. Beautiful geraniums in windows and on balconies can become a dream and a reality for all of us. However, we must take proper care of them after winter. How? We will reveal this in detail in the following lines.

Overwintering mother plants is demanding

That’s right. If geraniums are cut and take root before winter, it is obviously better. They can be stored relatively easily in a bright basement. Either way, geraniums can be cut without any problems in the spring.

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How to take cuttings from older geranium plants?

Older geranium plants undoubtedly do not have the vitality they should have. They may look their best, but they often stretch out and are attacked by various diseases and pests. Cuttings are not difficult. We need to focus on sufficiently mature shoots. These are certainly not difficult to find. Cut them so that there are two to three pairs of good quality mature leaves on them. Remove the bottom pair of leaves so that the plant can root comfortably. This can be done by placing them in water. The plants should sprout roots. An ordinary aspirin tablet is ideal for supporting this process. In 14 days, you will be able to plant new plants in your window box. It worked for us.

Not all geraniums can be propagated this way

Ivy-leaved geraniums (Pelargonium peltatum) and undemanding shield-leaved geraniums (Pelargonium peltatum) are ideal for propagation. The latter are classic trailing geraniums.

FAQ – Frequently asked questions about geranium cuttings

When should geraniums be cut?

In the fall or spring.

How to cut old geranium shoots?

So that there are two to three pairs of good quality mature leaves on them.

Which geraniums are best for cuttings?

Ivy-leaved geraniums (Pelargonium peltatum) and undemanding shield-leaved geraniums (Pelargonium peltatum).

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