Troubleshooting
Pelargonium 'Flower of Spring' problems — and how to fix them
Pelargonium 'Flower of Spring' (Pelargonium 'Flower of Spring') 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.
Variegation reverting
Insufficient sun fades the white margins to green; move into full sun to maintain colour.
Geranium rust
Yellow-ringed brown pustules on leaf undersides. Strip infected leaves, space plants for airflow and keep foliage dry.
Leggy growth
Low light and no pinching cause stretching. Pinch out growing tips and give maximum light to stay compact.
Aphids and whitefly
Cluster on soft new growth and leaf undersides; control with insecticidal soap or biological predators early.
Prevent pelargonium 'flower of spring' problems before they start
Most pelargonium 'flower of spring' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Pelargonium 'Flower of Spring' watering schedule
- Pelargonium 'Flower of Spring' light requirements
- Best soil mix for pelargonium 'flower of spring'
- Pelargonium 'Flower of Spring' temperature & humidity
- Full pelargonium 'flower of spring' care guide
Looking for pelargonium 'flower of spring' in general rather than its problems? Read the full pelargonium 'flower of spring' care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Pelargonium 'Flower of Spring' problems — FAQ
Why is my pelargonium 'flower of spring' variegation reverting?
Insufficient sun fades the white margins to green; move into full sun to maintain colour.
Why is my pelargonium 'flower of spring' geranium rust?
Yellow-ringed brown pustules on leaf undersides. Strip infected leaves, space plants for airflow and keep foliage dry.
Why is my pelargonium 'flower of spring' leggy growth?
Low light and no pinching cause stretching. Pinch out growing tips and give maximum light to stay compact.
Why is my pelargonium 'flower of spring' aphids and whitefly?
Cluster on soft new growth and leaf undersides; control with insecticidal soap or biological predators early.