Geranium
Pelargonium x hortorum (and hybrids)
Malay names: Geranium
Cheerful blooms and scented leaves; associated with protection and uplifting energy; prefers bright, airy spots.
🧭 Feng Shui Benefits & Placement
Benefits: Protection, Joy, Uplift
Best Placement: Balconies, windowsills with breeze; entrances for cheerful display.
Avoid: Avoid still, humid corners indoors.
Deadhead to keep continuous blooms and fresh energy.
🌞 Light & Temperature
Light: Full sun to bright light (4–6 h).
Temperature: 18–32°C (cooler nights preferred).
🪴 Pot & Soil
Pot: 10–20 L pot; bright light; excellent drainage; avoid stagnant humidity.
Soil Mix: Gritty, free-draining mix.
💧 Watering
Schedule: Dry: every 3–5 days; Rainy: every 5–7 days
Amount: Moderate
Let top 3–4 cm dry
🧪 Fertilizing
Type: Bloom fertilizer
Frequency: Every 4–6 weeks
Dosage: Light to moderate
📅 Harvest & Indicators
Start: 10–12 weeks from cuttings
Typical Duration: Bloom cycles
Indicators: Open blooms
Tips: Deadhead to prolong
🌱 Propagation
Stem cuttings.
🐛 Common Pests & Diseases
- Botrytis: Remove spent blooms; improve airflow; avoid leaf wetting.
🌦️ Seasonal Notes (Malaysia)
Best with good airflow; provide afternoon shade if scorching.
📝 Planting Notes
Use clay pots; pot feet for drainage.
💡 Extra Care Tips
- Rotate for even sun
- Avoid overcrowding
Note
Feng Shui guidance varies by school; placements here follow common, practical principles and pair with climate-appropriate care. Adjust schedules based on pot size, light, and weather.
Feng Shui Disclaimer
Feng Shui interpretations and plant symbolism differ across traditions. The guidance here is general and for inspiration; it does not guarantee outcomes such as wealth, luck, or health. Results depend on many factors including home layout, maintenance, climate, and personal intention.
If a plant is unsuitable for your space or microclimate, you may substitute with symbolic elements (artwork, colors, objects) while maintaining good horticultural practices appropriate for Malaysia.