Can You Keep Geraniums over the Winter

To overwinter geraniums in dormant storage, dig up the entire plant before frost and gently shake the soil from the roots. Place the plants inside open paper bags or hang them upside-down from the rafters in a cool, dark location for the winter. Ideally the temperature should be between 45-50 F.

Can I keep potted geraniums over winter?

If you have room for the pots in a sunny location, you can bring your potted geraniums (Pelargoniums) into your house for the winter. While they need sun, they do best with moderate temperatures 55°-65°F (12°-18°C).

How do I keep geraniums for next year?

Hang the plants upside down in either your basement or garage, someplace where the temperature stays around 50 F. (10 C.). Once a month, soak the roots of the geranium plant in water for an hour, then re-hang the plant. The geranium will lose all of its leaves, but the stems will remain alive.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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