Geranium Plants in Greenhouses
If you happen to be an avid horticulturalist, then you are most likely to have geraniums growing somewhere, and if you don抰, then you really need to get some. No garden or greenhouse is complete without the flashing flowers of geraniums. Fortunately, geraniums are fairly easy to grow and if they are kept inside a greenhouse all you need to do is monitor the conditions inside to ensure a successful growth. You can maintain a constant heat range between 62 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit and up to a good 80 during a warm day.
The same applies to the amount of light you allow into the greenhouse. During a hot summer day, the temperature can rise above the optimum conditions and if it is combined with too much light, it will cause your prized flowers to wilt. If you have planned your greenhouse properly, you would have included vents or windows to release some of that pent up warmth, and help return it to a more stable condition. Gabriel Ash can advise you on all this additions to ensure that you have the perfect greenhouse for growing.
When it comes to watering, the normal humidity that occurs within a greenhouse can help sustain the plants, but it is suggested that if you can install a misting system inside the greenhouse, that would assist in keeping the right levels of moisture within the air and it can transpose to the soils as well. It also helps to maintain turgidity of the leaves and flowers, because the amount of moisture does not overpower the plants. You should probably do your watering in the morning, so the moisture can evaporate quicker and does not allow the plants to soak for too long.
In terms of feeding the plants, a good soluble fertiliser that is rich in nitrates, ammonium and urea, is really good for the plants and can be included in their watering. However, it should be noted that clean watering without any nutrients should be given at least once a week to ensure there is no excessive salt build up. It is a good idea to add some Epsom salts once a month in a moderate amount to help prevent magnesium deficiency.
Pests can often be a problem but fortunately, by keeping your plants inside a greenhouse you can minimise exposure to things like aphids, caterpillars, mites and even certain forms of fungus. Even if they do become a problem, you can always find a safe pesticide that will take care of them quickly and effectively.
The bottom line is that if you add geraniums to your collection of plants it will add some amazing colours, and if you have the benefit of a greenhouse, you can use the controlled environment to create perfect conditions to grow these beautiful plants. If, you have provisioned for beneficial growth conditions, such as adequate venting, lighting and an effective watering system, you are sure to have the pleasure of thriving plants all year round. For perfect greenhouses for your geraniums, Gabriel Ash is the place to go. Gabriel Ash is a leading greenhouse supplier in the UK and they are known for their high quality greenhouse products and accessories.