Flowering Favorites
Flowering plants aren’t as common indoors, but there are some favorites that can thrive and provide a pop of color.
15. Geranium. The familiar geranium (Pelargonium spp.) is often dismissed, but it’s hard to beat for its range of colors, interesting foliage and easy care. Grow geraniums on a sunny windowsill, let them anchor a tabletop display or pop them into a hanging pot to brighten up a corner.
Care tips: Geraniums love the sun, so they’re ideal for a west-facing window. Water thoroughly, let the soil drain completely, then let it dry out a bit before watering again. In winter, water slightly less often, but don’t let the roots get completely dry.
Feed with a fertilizer at half strength every two weeks or a quarter-strength fertilizer every week from spring through fall. Deadhead regularly and pinch back the stems to maintain a bushy shape.
Caution: Geranium can be toxic to people and pets if ingested.
Flowering plants aren’t as common indoors, but there are some favorites that can thrive and provide a pop of color.
15. Geranium. The familiar geranium (Pelargonium spp.) is often dismissed, but it’s hard to beat for its range of colors, interesting foliage and easy care. Grow geraniums on a sunny windowsill, let them anchor a tabletop display or pop them into a hanging pot to brighten up a corner.
Care tips: Geraniums love the sun, so they’re ideal for a west-facing window. Water thoroughly, let the soil drain completely, then let it dry out a bit before watering again. In winter, water slightly less often, but don’t let the roots get completely dry.
Feed with a fertilizer at half strength every two weeks or a quarter-strength fertilizer every week from spring through fall. Deadhead regularly and pinch back the stems to maintain a bushy shape.
Caution: Geranium can be toxic to people and pets if ingested.