When and how is it cut back?

What is meant by cleaning out?

Cleaning is understood as the plucking or cutting of withered flowers and shoots. This makes the plant look fresher and more beautiful. But cleaning not only improves the appearance of your noble geraniums, it also promotes the formation of new buds and flowers.

Is it necessary to cut back in autumn?

A pruning in autumn is not absolutely necessary, but it makes sense. On the one hand, the cut back plant needs to Overwinter not so much space, on the other hand it is easier to look after in winter. In addition, a geranium needs a radical cut every now and then. This ensures a lush flowering and strong budding.

Does pruning affect growth?

Vigorous pruning ensures that your geranium will sprout and grow nicely and bushy. You can already influence young plants in this regard. To do this, shorten the young shoots by a few centimeters about three weeks after planting them out. At these points the plant branches out and grows much more bushy and compact.

What should I consider when pruning?

As soon as your noble geraniums have bloomed in late summer, you can prune them vigorously. Shorten the shoots to about four to six inches. However, you should always keep at least two eyes open so that your noble geraniums can sprout lush again in spring. If necessary, you can also prune your noble geraniums during repotting in spring.