The flowering plants we commonly call geraniums, including the popular scented geraniums, are members of the Pelargonium genus and botanically not true geraniums, which are hardy flowering perennials.

Q: As of Nov. 10, my geraniums are still beautiful and lush outdoors. Most people think they’re fake and wonder how they can still be alive. I suppose the heat from the brick keeps them alive, and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. KenWiedeman / Getty Images Common geraniums in the Pelargonium genus are attractive container and bedding plants adding color and ...

Many gardeners grow tender geraniums (Pelargonium spp.) as annuals and throw their plants in the compost pile at the end of the growing season. But geraniums are technically perennial plants that can ...

Q: I cut this idea out of your column some time ago and tried it when I went on vacation. I’m very pleased with how well it worked. After two-and-a-half weeks, the pots were still moist and I know ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Growing geraniums in containers against a south facing wall. Just like peanut butter and chocolate, or cheese and crackers, ...

Follow these tips and tricks for healthy, vibrant blooms. Geraniums are one of summer's most beloved blooms. These beautiful blossoms can bathe your garden in a sea of bright pink, purple, orange, and ...

If you need a pop of brilliant color, plant geraniums! Geraniums have been a favorite in gardens everywhere for decades because of their deep, saturated hues, long bloom time, and attractive scalloped ...

DENVER — I've always liked geraniums and grown a fair amount of them. But since Japanese beetles came to town, I've grown many more. The beetles don't bother them much. If you saved geranium plants ...

Geraniums are among the most familiar of flowering plants. Their green scalloped leaves and coral-red flowers are common in garden borders and window boxes from spring to fall. But did you know that ...