Rose geraniums (bot. Pelargonium capitum) belong to the scented geraniums or better pelargoniums and are not hardy. However, they are quite easy to care for and also easy to overwinter. The small effort is definitely worth it, even for gardening beginners.
How can rose geraniums overwinter successfully?
To overwinter rose geraniums, after flowering they should be moved to a frost-free and cool winter quarters, either light or dark. When stored in dark conditions they should be cut back and not watered, while when stored in light conditions a minimum amount of water is required.
How do I overwinter rose geraniums?
It is important that you give your rose geraniums a frost-free but cool winter quarters. This can be light or dark. Adjust your winter care accordingly. For example, the basement or the stairwell is ideal.
For the dark winter quarters, cut the geranium back thoroughly in autumn. If you cover the root ball with a plastic bag, you won't have to water the plant in winter. However, with a bright wintering, your geranium needs a minimum of water.
The most important things in brief:
- prepare for overwintering after flowering
- It is essential to spend the winter frost-free and cool
- Winter quarters either light or dark
- water regularly but little when winter is bright
Tip
Dark overwintering rose geraniums should be cut back in autumn, but for light overwintering plants you can wait until spring.
