How to Water Dark Lord Geraniums

Dark Lord Geraniums are perennial flowers that will bloom year after year. The Dark Lord variety of geraniums have dark green and purple leaves and stems. Each plant produces five-petaled flowers in several hues of violet and lavender throughout the summer. Dark Lord Geraniums are resistant to deer and are particularly attractive to butterflies. In general, geraniums are easy to care for and require some sun exposure each day.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Watering can or pitcher

1. Plant geraniums in an area with good water drainage so that they will not sit in standing water when it rains.

2. Water your geraniums with about 1 oz. of water per plant once a week, unless you are getting more than .5 inches of rain a week. According to the geranium experts at Hobbs Farm Greenery, geraniums are drought resistant and can go a long time with little water.

3. Avoid over-watering your geraniums, as this can cause root rot and other problems. If you have over-watered geraniums, remove them from the wet soil and allow the roots to dry out in the sun or in a cool, dry space in your house until the roots no longer feel moist.

References

• Dark Lord Geranium
• Hobbs Farm Greenery