MB: Fertilizing will not help the root damage caused by water-logged soil, so hold off on feeding until the plants dry out and you see signs of new growth. Don't give up your geraniums, even if ...

Geraniums are prone to root rot if the soil is too wet or doesn’t drain well, which hinders blooming. “Wet roots can cause ...

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Overwintering geraniums as dormant bare root plants. This is the most common method of overwintering geraniums, but you’ll need a dark, dry spot that stays about 50 F all winter for it to work.

Bare root: Dig up or unpot the geraniums and gently shake off the soil. Hang the plant upside down or place one or two plants in a large paper bag and store in a cool (45-50 degrees), dry area.

Q: I would like to know how to prepare geraniums for dry-root storage during the winter. (Fargo) A: First, allow them to become nipped by a frost. Then dig them up and carefully shake off as much ...

Allow to dry out a bit to lessen the chance of mold during storage, and place one or two plants in a large paper bag or cardboard box. Store in a cool, dry location (45-50 degrees). Foliage will ...

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Geraniums should be dug up before there is a frost. Unfortunately, they are typically at their best late in the season, so it feels odd pulling them up when they’re in their prime.

Q: I have overwintered several bare-root geraniums in paper bags. When should I cut back the plants and pot them? A: In mid-March, remove the bare-root geraniums from their storage location and ...

Step 5 - Store in a cool, dark location: He finds that storing the potted or bare-root geraniums in a place that remains around 50°F (10°C), such as a garage or unheated basement is ideal for ...