Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially in containers.
Also known as Black-Eyed Geranium
Geranium ocellatum is a charming perennial with delicate, often purple-pink flowers featuring darker eye-spots. It thrives in well-drained soil and partial shade.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed every 4-6 weeks during growing season with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially in containers.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove spent flower stalks and any dead or leggy stems.
Heavy pruning can be done in early spring before new growth emerges to rejuvenate the plant.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and in a warm location. Can also be grown from seed sown in spring.
Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound, preferably in spring. Use a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting soil.
Gently loosen the root ball before repotting to encourage new root growth.
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Where Geranium Ocellatum (Geranium ocellatum) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Geraniales |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Geranium |
| Species | Geranium ocellatum |
Similar in genus Geranium
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