Ready for Bigger Blossoms? Here’s the Right Way to Deadhead Geraniums
If you love growing geraniums, you probably want them to bloom bigger, brighter, and longer. One simple gardening trick that many overlook is deadheading—the process of removing spent flowers. When done right, deadheading geraniums encourages fresh blooms, keeps your plants healthy, and gives your garden that lush, vibrant look.
Here’s everything you need to know to master the art of deadheading your geraniums for bigger blossoms.
Why Deadhead Geraniums?
Geraniums naturally want to produce seeds after their flowers fade. If you leave the dead flowers on the plant, it puts energy into seed production instead of new blossoms. By removing old blooms, you redirect that energy into creating more flowers, helping your geraniums bloom longer and more profusely.
When to Deadhead
Deadhead your geraniums as soon as you notice the flowers beginning to fade or wilt. Don’t wait too long—prompt removal helps the plant focus on new growth without wasting resources.
How to Deadhead Geraniums Properly
Identify spent blooms: Look for flowers that have lost their vibrant color, are wilted, or dried up.
Pinch or snip: Using your fingers or a pair of clean garden scissors/pruners, pinch off the flower stem just above the first set of healthy leaves or buds. Avoid tearing the stem; a clean cut promotes quicker healing.
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