Troubleshooting
Geranium phaeum 'Album' problems — and how to fix them
Geranium phaeum 'Album' (Geranium phaeum 'Album') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Leaf scorch in sun and drought
Foliage crisps and browns in hot, dry, sunny spots. Site in shade and keep soil from drying out entirely.
Powdery mildew
White coating in dry, still conditions. Cut affected leaves to the base, improve airflow, and water at soil level for fresh growth.
Seedling colour reversion
Self-sown seedlings may produce dusky, not white, flowers. Deadhead to limit seeding and propagate true plants by division.
Ragged post-bloom foliage
Leaves look tatty after flowering. Shear the whole plant to the ground for a clean flush of new foliage.
Prevent geranium phaeum 'album' problems before they start
Most geranium phaeum 'album' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common geranium phaeum problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Geranium phaeum 'Album' watering schedule
- Geranium phaeum 'Album' light requirements
- Best soil mix for geranium phaeum 'album'
- Geranium phaeum 'Album' temperature & humidity
- Full geranium phaeum 'album' care guide
Looking for the species overview? Geranium phaeum — the full care guide.
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Geranium phaeum 'Album' problems — FAQ
Why is my geranium phaeum 'album' leaf scorch in sun and drought?
Foliage crisps and browns in hot, dry, sunny spots. Site in shade and keep soil from drying out entirely.
Why is my geranium phaeum 'album' powdery mildew?
White coating in dry, still conditions. Cut affected leaves to the base, improve airflow, and water at soil level for fresh growth.
Why is my geranium phaeum 'album' seedling colour reversion?
Self-sown seedlings may produce dusky, not white, flowers. Deadhead to limit seeding and propagate true plants by division.
Why is my geranium phaeum 'album' ragged post-bloom foliage?
Leaves look tatty after flowering. Shear the whole plant to the ground for a clean flush of new foliage.