How to prune hanging geraniums

Pruning hanging geraniums

The time to prune hanging geraniums should be chosen at the end of summer, when the temperature is more suitable and the survival rate will be higher.

Hanging geraniums should be pruned at the end of summer. The old, overgrown, overlapping and crossed branches and leaves should be pruned to prevent them from affecting the development of new branches and leaves in autumn. Special attention should be paid to not cutting the stem nodes. The pruning height also needs to be in a certain proportion to ensure good appearance.

Tips for pruning hanging geraniums

Hanging geranium is very popular among people because of its emerald green leaves, but its ornamental value will be higher after pruning. It is necessary to trim off the branches that are too long, as well as the branches that are too dense, overlapping, leggy, diseased, insect-infested, old and weak.

Hanging geraniums grow fast when pruned

1. Pinching: Pinching is a basic condition for pruning hanging geraniums. It mainly starts from the seedlings. When they are 10 centimeters long, they should be pinched once to promote the growth of new branches and leaves. If they have 5 pairs of true leaves or the plants grow very tall, a second pinching is required.

2. Pruning during the growing season: Hanging geraniums need to be pruned three times. In March, light pruning is mainly used. In late spring, the remaining flowers need to be picked off, and dense and long branches need to be pruned. After the beginning of autumn, those unsightly branches need to be pruned to increase the overall ornamental value of the plant.

3. Repotting and pruning: In August and September, when the weather gradually turns cooler, appropriate pruning should be carried out. Pruning can be done when repotting. Only the branches that grow more robustly need to be retained, and the rest should be pruned away.

Pruning and flowering of hanging geraniums

During the cultivation period of hanging geraniums, some withered leaves will appear. These leaves need to be trimmed off, which can promote its growth and make it easier to bloom.

Tips for pruning hanging geraniums

Hanging geraniums are very fragile after pruning. They must not be placed directly in the sun, but in a cool place with good ventilation. Do not spray water on the cut ends frequently after pruning, otherwise it will easily lead to slower wound healing. Pruning tools need to be disinfected before use.