When to prune geraniums? Can they be pruned in winter?

1. When to prune

1. The best time to prune geraniums is in autumn. After a whole summer of dormancy, the presence of excess branches and leaves will lead to slow overall development. It is necessary to trim the branches and leaves in time to help geraniums resume growth.

2. When pruning, you should prune those weak and dry branches to ensure that new leaves grow vigorously. At the same time, pruning can also play a good shaping role.

3. When pruning geraniums, be careful not to over-prune and not to cut the main stem.

4. Maintenance after pruning is also very important. Geraniums should be placed in a cool and ventilated place to avoid infection.

2. Can I prune in winter?

It is best not to prune geraniums in winter. The best season for pruning is autumn, when geraniums grow new branches and leaves. Pruning when it sprouts new buds is beneficial to its growth. However, if you prune it in winter, it is likely that the branches and leaves that grow in autumn will be cut off, and it will also be detrimental to flowering in the second year. Keeping extra branches and leaves in winter is beneficial for geraniums to survive the winter.