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Geraniums come in a wide variety of colours and growth habits. There’s very little difference between the many cultivars in their requirements for location and care. Plenty of space, plenty of light and regular watering and fertilising are the main requirements for this easy-care beauty to flower non-stop from spring to autumn.

A light-flooded conservatory or greenhouse is an ideal location for geraniums, especially when outside temperatures are cool. These flowering bedding and balcony flowers are easy to care for and boast an enormous range of varieties. The numerous colours and growth habits satisfy every taste.

With abundant blooms and bright colours, geraniums are the epitome of summer. Elegant wooden planters in a modern eco-chic style perfectly show off these easy-care flowering beauties. Tip: These gorgeous regal pelargoniums were originally grown as houseplants. Outside, they need a sunny spot protected from rain and wind. Geraniums have a wide variety of colours, leaves, flowers and growth habits. To ensure these easy-care plants thrive, make sure you plant them in large enough containers, with good quality potting compost and a good drainage system. Geraniums are ideal summer flowers for families. With their colourful flowers, they add a summery feel and create a cheerful atmosphere. They are also perfect for getting children interested in gardening: they're easy to look after, hardy and will grow and flower even if the little ones don't do everything right when it comes to taking care of them.

Instead of arranging food on plates, this homemade floral table design serves party snacks on floating platters. The boards are held in place by empty wine bottles. Simply drill two or three holes in the platters, depending on their size, and place them over clean bottles. Add colourful cut geraniums, sea holly (Eryngium planum) and decorative grasses to the water-filled bottles to complete this summery table decoration! With abundant blooms and bright colours, geraniums are the epitome of summer. Geraniums have a wide variety of colours, leaves, flowers and growth habits. To ensure these easy-care plants thrive, make sure you plant them in large enough containers, with good quality potting compost and a good drainage system. There’s very little difference between the many cultivars in their requirements for location and care. Plenty of space, plenty of light and regular watering and fertilising are the main requirements for this easy-care beauty to flower non-stop from spring to autumn.

With abundant blooms and bright colours, geraniums are the epitome of summer. Elegant wooden planters in a modern eco-chic style perfectly show off these easy-care flowering beauties. Tip: These gorgeous regal pelargoniums were originally grown as houseplants. Outside, they need a sunny spot protected from rain and wind. Geraniums have a wide variety of colours, leaves, flowers and growth habits. To ensure these easy-care plants thrive, make sure you plant them in large enough containers, with good quality potting compost and a good drainage system. Geraniums are ideal summer flowers for families. With their colourful flowers, they add a summery feel and create a cheerful atmosphere. They are also perfect for getting children interested in gardening: they're easy to look after, hardy and will grow and flower even if the little ones don't do everything right when it comes to taking care of them.

You can easily decorate a balcony or other small outdoor space using pelargoniums, which live very well in containers as long as they have plenty of sun and the right amount of water and nutrition. Pelargoniums will bloom abundantly for months on end and are perfect for brightening up spaces that are otherwise a bit drab.

With abundant blooms and bright colours, geraniums are the epitome of summer. Geraniums have a wide variety of colours, leaves, flowers and growth habits. To ensure these easy-care plants thrive, make sure you plant them in large enough containers, with good quality potting compost and a good drainage system. Geraniums are ideal summer flowers for families. With their colourful flowers, they add a summery feel and create a cheerful atmosphere. They are also perfect for getting children interested in gardening: they're easy to look after, hardy and will grow and flower even if the little ones don't do everything right when it comes to taking care of them. Geraniums come in a wide variety of colours and growth habits. There’s very little difference between the many cultivars in their requirements for location and care. Plenty of space, plenty of light and regular watering and fertilising are the main requirements for this easy-care beauty to flower non-stop from spring to autumn.

An abundantly flowering balcony in the city is a perfect refuge from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Geraniums are an ideal choice for sunny to semi-shady locations. These low-maintenance plants adapt effortlessly to the urban climate. Neither summer heatwaves nor short dry spells will do them any harm. In summer, a lovingly designed balcony becomes the perfect city retreat. Selected furniture and accessories, lush geraniums and olive trees blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors. Strawberry and tomato With abundant blooms and bright colours, geraniums are the epitome of summer. Geraniums have a wide variety of colours, leaves, flowers and growth habits. To ensure these easy-care plants thrive, make sure you plant them in large enough containers, with good quality potting compost and a good drainage system. There’s very little difference between the many cultivars in their requirements for location and care. Plenty of space, plenty of light and regular watering and fertilising are the main requirements for this easy-care beauty to flower non-stop from spring to autumn.

Brighten up Garden Walls with Pelargoniums, geraniums and patina-effect planters and upcycled accessories.

A vertical garden makes walls bloom. In this DIY project, flower pots and a balcony box filled with a variety of geraniums hang from a metal grid attached to a wooden frame made from planks. This means the planters don't have to be fixed to the wall. Tip: Place your homemade wall garden in a sunny spot as geraniums need plenty of light to flower. Geraniums come in a wide variety of colours and growth habits. There’s very little difference between the many cultivars in their requirements for location and care. Plenty of space, plenty of light and regular watering and fertilising are the main requirements for this easy-care beauty to flower non-stop from spring to autumn.

sun-loving pelargoniums are the ideal plants for conservatories - set them off perfectly with patina-effect walls and planters, upcycled furniture and natural fabrics.

Floating flower magic at eye level: geraniums are a delight in hanging baskets from spring to autumn. If you don't want to use ready-made hanging baskets, you can make your own. Here, old lampshades have been transformed into hanging geranium baskets, in addition to a standard planter. Tip: If you use homemade containers without drainage, make sure there is no standing water inside them. As well as a drainage layer and careful watering, it is also a good idea to find a location protected from the rain. Geraniums come in a wide variety of colours and growth habits. There’s very little difference between the many cultivars in their requirements for location and care. Plenty of space, plenty of light and regular watering and fertilising are the main requirements for this easy-care beauty to flower non-stop from spring to autumn. Hanging floral magic: Lush flowering geraniums in planters, a branch, macrame hanging baskets and sturdy string - that's all you need for this pretty handcrafted hanging arrangement. Tip: Geraniums will bloom non-stop from spring to autumn in a sunny spot. A place out of the rain and careful watering will prevent waterlogging.

With masking tape and paint, simple concrete containers can be transformed into stylish planters in no time at all, allowing colourful geraniums to really stand out. To create these customised planters, cover the containers with masking tape so the exposed surfaces create a pretty pattern. Press the masking tape down firmly so no paint can run underneath. Then spray the containers with waterproof paint and leave to dry. Remove the tape and plant up your finished vessels with easy-care geraniums. You can vary the patterns and colours of the planters to suit your taste and adapt them to any style.

Geraniums are quintessentially romantic plants, which deserve more than just plain terracotta pots to do full justice to their beauty. With very little effort you can bring a charming vintage look to basic terracotta planters, which will not only make an eye-catching feature in your own home but also make lovely, thoughtful gifts. All you need for this simple upcycling project are terracotta pots in whatever size you prefer, lace doilies, lace edging, scissors, clear waterproof decoupage glue, brushes and flowering geraniums. To make, cut pieces from the lace doilies and edgings to match the size of your pots. Apply decoupage glue to the pots with the brush, then glue the lace pieces into place in your desired pattern. Allow to dry. Apply an extra layer of glue on top of the lace to fix the pieces in place and give your pots a glossy finish.

Now the sun has finally put in an appearance, nicely in time for the summer holidays, those enjoying staycations in their own garden are in for a glorious, relaxing time, away from crowds and travel chaos. For those who love gardening, this is the perfect time to potter amongst the pelargoniums and gild your lilies! Whilst there will be plenty to do in the way of watering and weeding, you might also want to indulge in a spot of creative crafting, with a cooling glass of Pimms or lemonade on hand, of course! Pelargonium for Europe, the experts when it comes to some of the most popular summer plants, are bursting with ideas about how get crafty in the great outdoors. Here we take a look at how to make a statement in your garden, patio or balcony with this striking Totem planter, the perfect way to show off luscious trailing geraniums. How to make it You will need a large, round metal bowl as a base, three smaller hemispherical bowls with flat rims, sandpaper, a sealant gun, high-strength construction adhesive, waterproof spray paint and a flowering trailing geranium plant. Step 1: To make sure the paint adheres well, clean the surface of the large, round metal bowl to remove any grease and dust, then roughen it with the sandpaper. Step 2: Using the sealant gun, apply the construction adhesive to the edge of one of the smaller hemispherical bowls and place a second one on top to create a sphere with two flat ends. Step 3: Apply glue to the upper end of the sphere. Step 4: Place the third hemispherical bowl on top of the spherical structure. It will become the dish in which you’ll plant the geranium later. Allow the glue to harden completely. Step 5: Glue the three joined bowls onto the large metal bowl that serves as the base. Once the glue has hardened, spray the entire piece with waterproof spray paint in the colour of your choice. Step 6: Plant the trailing geranium in the smaller bowl and place your designer container in a sunny to semi-shady spot. Tip: Add a drainage layer to prevent waterlogging. As this planter has no drainage holes, place it in a spot sheltered from rain and water it lightly on a regular basis.

To make this DIY flower stand, spray a (homemade) wooden frame and a flower box with your favourite colour and mount them on the easel. Plant the geraniums and place your floral display in a sunny to semi-shady sheltered spot. Charming DIY idea for the garden: with an easel, a wooden frame and a flower box, you can build an original flower stand to beautifully display geraniums. Tip: This dynamic 'painting' looks especially beautiful with trailing geraniums.

The very sight of geraniums conjures up a holiday mood. This is hardly surprising, as these bedding and balcony flowers are widespread in the sun-kissed regions of southern Europe. Thanks to their South African origins, they can withstand intense midday sun. Even extreme heat and temporary drought won't affect geraniums. In combination with other sun and heat-loving plants such as palms or lemon trees, they conjure up a Mediterranean feel that rivals any holiday destination in the south. To create a real holiday haven in your garden, or on your balcony or terrace, you might need more than just flowering geraniums, but you don’t have to break the bank. Items such as rattan furniture, raffia accessories, colourful cushions and cosy blankets are essential ingredients for a relaxed, boho outdoor living area. Add a private pool to the mix (we’ve all got to dream!) and you have perfect holiday bliss.

Beautiful alfresco tablescaping ideas with pelargoniums. As potted plants or cut flowers, with their colourful blooms, geraniums make a beautiful floral display on a beautifully laid table. For a stunning effect, simply plant different coloured geraniums in decorative containers or tie them into mini bouquets and place them on the table. Twisted candles in matching colours make the perfect summer table centrepiece. Tip: The flowers of organic, edible scented geraniums add great visual impact to a summer salad. A homemade tiered stand of vintage cups and plates, topped with a glass vase holding a vibrant posy of geraniums, is the highlight of a summer table display. This upcycled design is easy to make using different sized cups and plates from grandma's china cabinet, a hot glue gun and hot ceramic glue. Colourful twisted candles in rich brass candlesticks are the perfect match.

A sunny outdoor living area in relaxed, boho style makes the ideal place for carefree holidays at home. Easy-care geraniums in different sizes and complementary colours provide a wonderful display of flowers and a summery atmosphere. With their lush flowers, easy-care geraniums in baskets, containers and pots transform sunny to semi-shady outdoor areas into blooming oases of calm. A decorative bowl of flowering geraniums is a summer table centrepiece you can enjoy for many months with the right care. To ensure geraniums continue to produce new flowers well into autumn, it's important to regularly remove faded blooms and wilted leaves and provide the plants with plenty of sunlight, water and nutrients.

Upright geraniums make very good bedding plants. For them to thrive, they need a sunny to semi-shady spot, plenty of water and nutrients. They often grow especially vigorously without a restrictive container, provided they get enough sun, water and nutrients. Tip: If the plant is to be overwintered, it can be placed in a (large) earthenware pot with a drainage hole in the border. You can then simply dig it up again in autumn without running the risk of damaging the plant's root ball. The classic outdoor geranium varieties flower in the UK from May onwards. Geranium plants that are soon to flower can also be found in the shops earlier. Regal pelargoniums, originally bred as houseplants, can flower as early as March. Geraniums flower in the UK until October. In a warm, sunny autumn this could be even longer. Exactly how long depends on the temperature and light conditions. In semi-shady locations, flowering decreases considerably in autumn. To keep geraniums beautiful for a long time, water and fertilise them regularly, remove faded flowers and position them in a bright, sunny place. Geraniums can usually regenerate after a light frost damage, but only if just the leaves are frostbitten; the stems and roots must still be intact. However, we do not recommend planting geraniums outside when night frost is still expected.

Colourful, cheerful and versatile, these decorative upcycled vases are a fantastic way to display cut geranium flowers. This DIY idea is quick and simple to make, even for inexperienced crafters. What you need: Single-use glass or plastic containers, white air-drying modelling clay, a rolling pin, a knife, paints, brushes and (optional) clear varnish. How to do it: Roll out the modelling clay thinly with a rolling pin. Using the knife, cut a strip long enough to wrap around your container. Cover each container with the modelling clay and carefully press the ends together to close the "seam". Then wait until the modelling clay has completely hardened. This can take up to two days. Finally, paint your vases however you like. Applying clear varnish makes the surfaces smoother and shinier. Tip: Paper templates will help you work out how long the strips of modelling clay need to be for the different containers. To make a paper template, place a sheet of paper around the container so the paper's edges overlap slightly and mark the cutting line with a pencil. Remove the paper and cut the template to size. For these colourful DIY upcycled vases filled with cut geraniums, you will need single-use glass or plastic containers, white air-drying modelling clay, brushes and acrylic or craft paints. You will also need a rolling pin, a knife, flowering geraniums in different colours and shapes and (optional) clear varnish.

For this modern, designer geranium planter project, you will need a large, round metal bowl as a base, three smaller hemispherical bowls with flat rims, sandpaper, a sealant gun, high-strength construction adhesive, waterproof spray paint and a flowering trailing geranium plant. Here's how to do it: Step 1: To make sure the paint adheres well, clean the surface of the large, round metal bowl to remove any grease and dust, then roughen it with the sandpaper. Step 2: Using the sealant gun, apply the construction adhesive to the edge of one of the smaller hemispherical bowls and place a second one on top to create a sphere with two flat ends. Step 3: Apply glue to the upper end of the sphere. Step 4: Place the third hemispherical bowl on top of the spherical structure. It will become the dish in which you’ll plant the geranium later. Allow the glue to harden completely. Step 5: Glue the three joined bowls onto the large metal bowl that serves as the base. Once the glue has hardened, spray the entire piece with waterproof spray paint in the colour of your choice Step 6: Plant the trailing geranium in the smaller bowl and place your designer container in a sunny to semi-shady spot. Tip: Add a drainage layer to prevent waterlogging. As this planter has no drainage holes, place it in a spot sheltered from rain and water it lightly on a regular basis. A modern design object and planter in one: this striking DIY project makes a statement on a patio or balcony and shows off the lush red trailing geranium perfectly. You can design this creative piece in just a few steps.

Gorgeous noble geraniums are considered the most beautiful geraniums of all. These flowering beauties, which are grown as houseplants, look especially striking in homemade planters. These upcycled pots, decorated with colourful glass stones, can be created in just a few steps, even by novice crafters. To make your own upcycled geranium containers you'll need clean terracotta pots, scissors, self-adhesive fibreglass mesh or drywall tape, powdered plaster, water, an old container and a spoon for mixing, a small spatula, plastic gloves, colourful glass stones and beads and flowering geranium plants. How to do it: Step 1: Cut strips of the fibreglass mesh tape long enough to cover the height of your pot plus a little extra to go over the rim. Step 2: Stick the strips of fabric tape to the outside of the terracotta pot. This will help the plaster adhere better. Step 3: Mix the powdered plaster with water according to the instructions. Ideally, use an old container you don't need to keep afterwards. It’s important to use the plaster immediately after mixing, as it dries quickly. Step 4: Put on the plastic gloves and spread the plaster mixture generously over the outside of the terracotta pot using the spatula to create a deliberately rough, textured surface. Step 5: Gently press the glass stones and beads into the plaster. Be careful not to get any mixture on the outer surfaces. Leave the plaster to harden. You can remove any plaster residue with liquid citric acid from a chemist or DIY store. Step 6: Finally, place your geranium in the pot and position it in a bright spot.

Rustic Papier Maché Centrepiece This artistic centrepiece made from wire and papier-mâché is a multi-armed candleholder and flower holder in one and the ultimate decorative highlight on any table. With this unique DIY idea, you can showcase colourful, cut geraniums to great effect. With a little skill and the right materials, anyone can make this creative design piece in just a few steps. For this floral centrepiece project, you will need chicken wire, wire cutters, large stones, wallpaper paste, newspaper, white spray paint, mini candleholders with drip catchers, white pillar candles, test tubes and cut geranium stems in various colours and shapes. Step 1: Cut a piece of chicken wire for the base of your floral centrepiece and wrap it around the stones. The weight of the stones will ensure the finished design stands securely. Step 2: Shape the chicken wire into tubes of different heights at the four corners of the base. Model further tubes from additional sections of wire and attach them to the wire base. Make sure half the wire tubes you’ve made are wide enough to fit your test tubes and the other half can accommodate the candle holders. Step 3: Mix the wallpaper paste. Tear the newspaper into narrow strips, moisten with paste and stick them all over the wire structure. Then spread more paste over the first paper layer and apply more newspaper on top. Repeat this process until the entire wire mesh is covered with several layers of paper. You want the surface to be uneven. Tip: Insert the test tubes and candleholders into the wire tubes before adding the paper strips. This prevents you accidentally pasting over the openings. After drying, remove the test tubes and candle holders and clean with warm water. Step 4: Once your centrepiece is completely dry, spray it (including the candleholders if you wish) with white spray paint and leave to dry. Step 5: Finally, place the candles in the candleholders, fill the test tubes with water, insert them into the openings and arrange the cut geraniums in them. Place the finished centrepiece on the table.

Graphic Striped Pedestal Planters Is there a better way to display geraniums than in these unusual homemade pots? These upcycled containers with cheerful stripes literally put these flowering plants on a pedestal and show them off perfectly. This decor idea is perfect for your next garden party and can be created in just a few steps. For these colourful striped geranium stands, you will need flowerpots, round bowls, a glue gun with ceramic glue, masking tape, waterproof spray paints in different colours and flowering geranium plants. Step 1: Thoroughly clean the pots and bowls and mask them with vertical or horizontal strips. Press the masking tape down firmly so the paint can’t run underneath. Step 2: Next, spray your pots and bowls with the waterproof paints in your chosen design. Once the colours are completely dry, remove the masking tape. Step 3: Place the bowls on the table upside down and apply the ceramic glue to the bottom rim using the glue gun. Step 4: Press your painted flowerpots onto the upturned bowls and allow the glue to dry. Step 5: Finally, place the flowering geranium plants in your flower stands and arrange the finished pieces on the table however you like.

Upcycling idea for your garden: this charming suspended decoration project is a geranium hanging basket and wind chime in one. With just a trailing geranium, a few old terracotta pots, some paint, wooden beads and cord, this eyecatching feature is quick and easy to make. Tip: Choose a sunny to partially shaded spot to hang it up. Geraniums need plenty of light to grow vigorously and continue producing new flowers until autumn. For this hanging decoration project, you will need a flowering trailing geranium, one large and three small terracotta pots, acrylic paints, brushes, cord, large wooden beads and smaller flat beads, available from craft stores. Carefully clean the terracotta pots, then paint them with the acrylic colours of your choice. Leave to dry Wrap cord tightly several times around the large pot, below the top rim, and knot cords to it for hanging. Then, from the inside, thread a long piece of cord out through the hole in the bottom of the large terracotta pot and fix it in place, using a flat wooden bead as a stopper. The bead must be larger than the hole in the bottom of the pot, so the cord doesn't slip through, and the wind chime hangs securely. Then attach the three small pots to the string, like bells with the opening facing downwards, using more stopper beads. Insert a large wooden bead between each of the pots as a bell clapper (see photo). Make sure the distance between the beads is such that, when the wind blows, they gently hit the edge of the pots and make a noise. Finally, plant a flowering trailing geranium in the top pot and hang your DIY decoration in a sunny spot in your garden or on your balcony.

Good vibes guaranteed: Colourful geraniums make this hanging basket, fashioned from an old kitchen sieve and colourful strings of beads, a fantastic decorative idea for any garden party. For geraniums to grow and produce flowers well into autumn, these easy-care plants need plenty of space. As most kitchen sieves are unlikely to be deep enough in the long term, we recommend only using this upcycled hanging basket as a temporary geranium container. You can create this suspended decoration project in just a few steps. For this hanging basket project, you will need a sieve without a handle (this can be easily removed with a grinder or similar tool), rust effect spray paint, a reel of craft wire, various coloured beads, wire cutters and a trailing geranium. For the perfect "vintage look", spray the sieve with the rust-effect spray paint and leave to dry. Use the wire cutters to cut three equal lengths of craft wire to your desired hanging length. Thread the coloured beads onto the lengths of wire in whatever pattern you like. Attach the three lengths of beaded wire to the top edge of the sieve. An even distance between the attachment points will ensure your hanging basket stays straight. Twist the upper ends of the wires together. Finally, plant the trailing geranium in the sieve and suspend your upcycling hanging basket with strong rope or cord in a sunny to semi-shady spot in your garden or on your patio. Water in small amounts.