Geraniums offer classic summer beauty with clusters of bright flowers in hues ranging from red and pink to orange and white. If your geraniums aren’t blooming, a few common issues may be the ...

A: It takes a while for geranium cuttings to develop roots and then to flower, so you’re not likely to get a satisfactory show from cuttings you take now.

The proper name for this native of South Africa, the annual bedding/potted plant we call geranium, is technically Pelargonium x hortorum, commonly referred to as zonal or cutting geraniums.

Geraniums are pretty easy plants to grow, especially in containers with a well-drained potting mix. Be sure to plant in areas that get at least six hours of full morning sun every day.

Avoid nitrogen-heavy fertilizers and remember to regularly deadhead old blooms to keep encouraging new flowers. Geraniums offer classic summer beauty with clusters of bright flowers in hues ranging ...

The two of you have reminded me, that in my almost 3.5 years writing this column, I’ve not encountered a single question about geraniums. Past time for geraniums to get their due.

Geraniums offer classic summer beauty with clusters of bright flowers in hues ranging from red and pink to orange and white. If your geraniums aren’t blooming, a few common issues may be the reason.