 Fertilization Geranium pratense : In autumn let’s add some organic fertilizer or granular slow release fertilizer to the soil surrounding the perennials. These plants often have a period of vegetative rest in the winter; the fertilizer will be useful for the spring vegetative reawakening. Exposure Geranium pratensecontinental : Plant which favours shady locations, avoid exposing it to direct solar rays. The Geranium pratense is a rustic plant, which doesn’t tolerate the winter cold, even when the nocturnal temperatures are very low. alpine : Let's choose a partially shaded place, protected by direct solar rays. The Geranium pratense can stand the cold, therefore it can be grown outdoors year round. mediterranean : Avoid as much as possible that the plant be exposed to direct solar rays; therefore let's choose a shady location. Grow the The Geranium pratense in the garden, in full ground; it can stand the cold. Watering Geranium pratensecontinental : Let’s water every 0-1 weeks with 3-4 glasses of water, or even more often if the weather is hot and dry; we should always try to keep the ground slightly damp. alpine : Water regularly, every 1-2 weeks, wetting the soil thoroughly by using 2-3 glasses of water and keeping it always a bit moist, although avoiding to soak it too much. mediterranean : For a balanced development these plants need constant and abundant dampness; during this time of year it is good to water frequently, about 4-5 glasses of water at least every -0-0 weeks. |