How to Get Potted Geraniums to Flower

Place potted geraniums in a location that gets full sun for the majority of the day, such as a window on the south side of your home. Geraniums require at least six hours of direct sunlight to bloom consistently. This is why it is difficult to coax them into blooming during the winter months.

Water your geranium thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry over the next dew days. In general, geraniums can go for about one week between watering. If in doubt, press the soil with your finger to see if there is moisture below the surface. If the soil is dry, water the plant. Make certain your geraniums are in containers that have drainage holes. Geraniums prefer rich, well-drained soil.

Check your gernaiums for wilted blooms daily. Pinch off the dying blossoms with a small pair of pruning shears and discard. Also remove flower stems that no longer contain blooms by pinching them off with your fingers. This allows the plant to generate new growth and flowers by diverting energy back to the plant. Pinching and deadheading will help the geranium to bloom continuously.

Use water-soluble fertilizer once per week for consistent blooming. Apply a liquid fertilizer around the plant's base slowly, allowing time for the geranium to absorb the moisture. Follow the directions on the fertilizer, being careful not to overdo the feedings. Fertilizer is reapplied because it is lost with watering.