Arthur Cole, head of programmes at The Newt in Somerset, UK, says that flowers that do not attract bees tend to be the double-flowered (double-petalled) cultivated varieties (cultivars) of popular ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you're looking for a hardy, low-maintenance flower that grows low and looks beautiful, then geraniums ...

Geraniums (Pelargonium) are arguably some of the most popular plants in U.S. gardens. Not only do they show off a range of colorful flowers, but gardeners also appreciate the fresh scents these plants ...

Q: I bought hanging baskets of my old dependable ivy geraniums in early May. They look beautiful and sent up flower buds. The stem is green, but the blossoms die before they open. Any suggestions? A: ...

At the beginning of the 19th century, the geranium was a novel and beloved plant. Thomas Jefferson took some to the White House. By the end of the century, people were sick of it. William Morris, the ...

Geraniums need plenty of direct sunlight—at least six hours a day—to bloom well, so too much shade will stunt their flower production. Overwatering or poor drainage can cause root stress and yellowing ...

This is optimum time for planting pelargoniums and the choice is staggering. Buy them now, plant them up and you’ll have guaranteed colour and interest for five months - longer if you overwinter them ...

15:26, Wed, May 8, 2024 Updated: 15:33, Wed, May 8, 2024 Pelargoniums (also called geraniums) are an evergreen shrub that make great borders in the British garden. Thriving in warmer climates, there ...

Many gardeners grow geraniums, also known as pelargoniums, as annuals which means they’re composted at the end of the summer. However, there are also early-flowering perennial geraniums that bloom in ...

The Oshkosh Rotary Club's annual flower sale is in full bloom – with flower delivery set for Friday, May 8, just before Mother's Day. With roses, tulips, seasonal bouquets and potted geraniums ...