Jungle geranium

Jungle geraniums require regular watering but should not be overwatered. Ensure that the soil is kept moist but not saturated. Water about once every 5 to 7 days, with additional water during warmer months. Watering too often can lead to root rot, so be sure to check the soil before adding in more water.

Jungle geraniums prefer to be in bright, indirect sunlight. They can tolerate quite a bit of sun, but too much will scorch the leaves and inhibit flowering. To keep them at their healthiest level, it's best to provide indirect light or mornings of direct light and shade in the afternoon. If placing them indoors, a south-facing window is ideal.

Jungle geraniums prefer temperatures around 75°F (24°C) during the day and about 68°F (20°C) during the night. During the winter months, they can tolerate temperatures as low as 55°F (13°C).

Jungle geraniums prefer high humidity levels, with a humidity range of 40-90%. You can increase humidity levels by misting the foliage or placing the plant on top of a humidity tray. You can also place a humidifier near the plant.

Jungle geraniums prefer a light, well-draining potting media with a pH range of 6.5-7.5. You can use a mixture of peat moss, compost, and perlite or a potting mix with perlite. The soil should be fertile and the potting media should be replaced with fresh soil every two to three years.

To encourage blooming, you should fertilize your Jungle geraniums every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer. Avoid over fertilizing as this can be harmful to the plant. During periods of rest, hold off on fertilizing your plant.

Jungle geraniums are often attacked by mealybugs, aphids, whiteflies and spider mites. Mealybugs can be spotted as small white, wooly-textured creatures in the joints of the leaves. Aphids are generally found on the underside of the leaves and are small green, white or yellow creatures. Whiteflies look like tiny white moths and congregate around the foliage. Spider mites can be tiny red spiders that spin webs in the foliage. To get rid of these pests, you can use insecticidal soap, neem oil or rubbing alcohol. Also, blast your plant off with a hose every so often to remove any pests that may be living on the plant.

Repotting Jungle geraniums should be done every two to three years during the fall or early winter. When repotting this plant, be sure to use a pot that's smaller than the last one and use a well-draining potting media. Too large of a pot can cause your plant to become rootbound and overwatering can cause root rot.

Jungle geraniums generally doesn't need much pruning but regular deadheading or trimming of the flowers will keep the plants from looking messy and help them look more attractive. Pruning should take place when the flowers start to wilt or turn brown.

Mulching around Jungle geraniums is important for keeping moisture in the soil and preventing weeds from growing. A thin layer of organic material such as bark, straw, wood chips or grass clippings can be used to mulch around the plant.

Jungle geraniums can be propagated from cuttings in the early summer months. Start by taking 4-6 inch long stem cuttings and dip them in hormone rooting powder. Let the cuttings sit in water for a few hours before planting them in a potting mix. Make sure the soil is moist until the cutting takes roots. Once the roots have developed, the cutting can be transplanted to a larger pot.

Jungle geraniums may need staking or supporting during the growing season as they can become heavy and toppling over. You can use a stake to give the plant extra support or place it in a spot where it receives a little bit of wind for extra stability.

Jungle geraniums can use a rest period in the winter months when flowering and growth stop naturally. Reduce watering during this period, and don’t fertilize unless the foliage starts to look yellow. During the rest period, you should keep the area where your plant is located dry, cool and away from any harsh cold winds.

Jungle geraniums are not toxic to pets as they are not considered poisonous plants. But, they can still cause discomfort if ingested.