How much sun does it need to bloom?

It needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to bloom well. Without this, it will prioritize foliage over flowers.

Can I use a bloom booster fertilizer?

Yes, a fertilizer higher in phosphorus can help encourage flowering. Use it sparingly during the active growing season.

Why is my Geranium molle not flowering? Causes and fixes

Check these first

Move the plant to a sunnier spot.
Check if the plant is getting at least 6 hours of sun.
Stop adding high nitrogen fertilizer.

Likely causes

Lack of Direct Sunlight
Most likely
How to tell: The plant looks healthy and green but produces no flower buds. It is likely sitting in a spot that is too shady.
What to do: Relocate your plant to a position where it receives full sun for most of the day. It needs bright light to trigger the energy required for blooming.
Over-Fertilizing
Possible
How to tell: The plant is very large and leafy but refuses to flower. Too much nitrogen encourages leaves at the expense of flowers.
What to do: Switch to a fertilizer with a lower nitrogen content or stop fertilizing for a few months. Allow the plant to focus its energy on bud production.

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Find out what's wrong with your dovefoot cranesbill

The list above covers the usual causes. Pocket Botanist looks at a photo of your actual plant and tells you the likely cause, how serious it is, and what to try first. Identification and a health check are free.

When to worry

It is normal for the plant to take a break from blooming during the hottest part of summer or the middle of winter. If it does not bloom during the spring or early summer, it needs more light.

Stopping it coming back

Ensure your plant gets plenty of direct sun and avoid overfeeding it with nitrogen rich plant food.

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Questions people ask

How much sun does it need to bloom?: It needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to bloom well. Without this, it will prioritize foliage over flowers.
Can I use a bloom booster fertilizer?: Yes, a fertilizer higher in phosphorus can help encourage flowering. Use it sparingly during the active growing season.

Why is my Geranium molle not flowering?