Marianne's Response

care for scented geraniums

received scented geraniums how do I plannt and care for them

Posted by linda matson on July 9, 2018

Marianne's Response

Lucky you! I love scented geraniums as they are so easy to grow as long as you do not overwater, do not overfeed (Once a year in early summer one half teaspoon of  Osmocote per plant) and give them sun and good drainage. They are heat tolerant but do not like to dry out completely. Poke your finger into the soil and water when the top one inch of soil has dried out. I you leave them in pots that is fine but do not let the roots stand in drainage water. Enjoy the scented foliage in herbal crafts, drinks and as a wonderful fragrance left on your finger tips every time you pinch a leaf. Keep growing, Marianne Binetti