Planting and Growing Instructions:
1. When to Plant:
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Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before the last expected frost date.
2. Indoor Sowing Instructions:
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Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix.
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Maintain consistent moisture and a temperature of 70–75°F (21–24°C).
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Germination typically occurs in 7–21 days.
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Provide bright light or use grow lights to prevent leggy seedlings.
3. Transplanting Outdoors:
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Harden off seedlings before transplanting into outdoor beds or containers.
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Choose a location with full sun and well-draining soil.
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Space plants 10–12 inches apart.
4. Growing Care Tips:
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Water when soil becomes dry—geraniums are drought-tolerant once established.
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Remove faded blooms to encourage more flowers.
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Fertilize monthly during active growth with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
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Can be overwintered indoors in pots in cooler climates.
