Geranium, Nano

Winter hardy to USDA Zone 10-11. In other zones, grow as annuals directly in the ground or in containers that may be sunk to the rim in garden areas or in containers, hanging baskets or window boxes. In the ground, grow in average to organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Water regularly throughout growing season. Best in full sun, but appreciates some light shade in the heat of the day. Promptly deadhead spent flowering stems to promote additional flowering and to maintain plant appearance. Pinch stems to prevent legginess and promote bushiness. Although plants may be overwintered indoors, many gardeners simply grow them as annuals and repurchase new plants each spring. F1 hybrids may be grown from seed, and are often available from nurseries in flats. If overwintering is desired, several options are available: (1) as a houseplant by bringing containers indoors in fall before frost and placing in a bright, sunny but cool window with reduced watering or (2) as a dormant plant by bringing containers inside before first frost and placing them in a cool dark corner of the basement or frost free area of a garage. Dormant overwintering is generally advisable in order to promote the most vigorous flowering the following season.