From Puget Sound to Spokane, patios are where Washington gardeners spend the sunniest days — coffee in the morning, dinners at dusk, and weekend gatherings with friends. And nothing completes that space like plants that offer steady color without fuss.
That’s why so many gardeners reach for one classic bloom season after season: geraniums.
1. Bright Blooms That Last All Summer
Geraniums keep pumping out colorful flowers from late spring until the first frost hits. Unlike some plants that bloom once and call it quits, these beauties give you months of eye-catching color.
Washington’s mild summers are perfect for keeping geraniums happy and blooming. You’ll have red, pink, white, or purple flowers decorating your patio without much effort on your part.
2. Minimal Water Needs Save Time
Busy gardeners appreciate plants that don’t demand constant attention. Geraniums actually prefer their soil to dry out a bit between waterings, making them low-maintenance champions…