Look how much shorter-jointed (shorter internodes) the geranium on the left is, compared to its partner: the larger cutting (which received normal feeding) we took in late summer. Furthermore, look how many axillary buds are developing into new shoots.What's that: 'So what, you're not impressed'?
Well, think of it this way: Each new shoot will bear a flower. So the more shoots we have . . ..
Of course, this does't happen overnight; it takes time - too much time for most growers. But you might remember me telling you earlier that patience is a virtue when growing plants. Growing this plant slowly in almost dry soil (you can use compost - preferably seed and cutting compost, since it contains less food) with little or no feed is the proof of the pudding.
It's that hard growing again. And in my experience, this will reward you time and time again. Both plants are good cuttings. They will both make good plants. But I fancy the hard-grown one. Let's wait and see . . ..
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