How to grow pelargonium from seeds

Every florist is familiar with a wonderful houseplant called pelargonium. If you are a beginner florist, then you may know it by a different name - geranium, although this is not its correct name. This plant grows mainly in Africa, in particular in its southern parts. Pelargonium is a herb or shrub, sometimes a succulent. Many are interested in how to grow pelargonium from seeds. Although it can be easily propagated in other ways.

Pelargonium is considered a valuable medicinal plant. It is useful to inhale its smell, thanks to which the nervous system calms down and thus it becomes possible to get rid of insomnia. Pelargonium essential oil contains substances that have a detrimental effect on pathogens. These substances perfectly clean and refresh the air.

This plant blooms from spring to autumn. Bright light is very suitable for pelargonium, even if it is in direct sunlight. This plant does not like waterlogging. From November to February, it is necessary to keep the plant at a temperature of 10 degrees, while watering should be moderate. On hot days, the plant can be sprayed a little. If the leaves turn yellow or dry, then they are cut off, while leaving the bottom of the petiole. A young plant needs an annual transplant. After transplanting, it is necessary to feed the plant with superphosphate, which stimulates flowering. The plant is adversely affected by organic fertilization.

Such a plant will look great on your windowsill and decorate it with its flowering. Therefore, make an effort and ask how to grow pelargonium from seeds.
 

Category:Growing | Pelargonium
Alla's avatar

I am a fan of this flower. But I never grew it from seed. Even if I honestly didn't try. I see no reason to grow this way if pelargonium reproduces perfectly by shoots.