 Pests Geranium phaeum : The treatments are applied only in case there is an effective presence of parasites on the plant, using specific products. We suggest to avoid any treatment during bloom, which can injure pollinating insects. Water Geranium phaeumcontinental : These plants shall be watered frequently to keep a constantly humid substrate. However avoid the water stagnation and decrease waterings in case of low temperatures. alpine : Water The Geranium phaeum very regularly, to maintain the soil always humid, but not soaked. During the coldest months water only if the soil dries out completely. mediterranean : Waterings will be very regular, giving a good amount of water, to allow the soil to be constantly humid, avoiding to drench it completely. Decrease waterings in the cost season. Light Geranium phaeumcontinental : Avoid to expose this plant to an excessive light, place it in a shady location. This is a very rustic garden plant, that should not have problems even in case of very intense frosts. alpine : Grow this plant in a shady location, not exposed to sunlight. The Geranium phaeum is very rustic and can be grown in the garden all year long; it does not suffer from even intense frosts. mediterranean : Prefer shady locations, away from direct sunlight. The Geranium phaeum does not suffer from cold and frost; this is a plant that can be grown in the garden all year long. Fertilize Geranium phaeum : These plants need regular fertilizings, to be given from March to October; we can use a slow-release granular fertilizer, or a fertilizer to be dissolved in normal waterings every 15-20 days. |