No summer garden or colourful balcony would be complete without them: profusely blooming geraniums in a wide spectrum of bright colours. Not only in the country are they an integral part of summer feeling, in towns and cities they also add beauty to our surroundings. Easy-care geraniums don’t need a lot to thrive and flower beautifully: just a suitable location, sufficient water and food as well...

Modern geranium? Contrary to what some might believe, this is no longer a contradiction of terms. The classic summer bloomer, which was already adorning terraces, balconies and windowsills all over Europe in the 19th century, today presents itself as an easy-care lifestyle beauty that stands out with a vast diversity of varieties and can be given a surprisingly contemporary look in trendy...

The geranium is the ultimate summer and balcony plant. For generations this easy-care beauty has been radiating a summer feeling and happy mood on balconies, terraces and gardens, thanks to its vivid colours and opulent flowers. The geranium not only cuts a fine figure in balcony boxes, planters and flower beds, but also makes a great summer eye-catcher in hanging planters. The following DIY ideas...

Dividers on a balcony or terrace allow you to separate areas while shielding your space from prying eyes. They add privacy and a cosy atmosphere to large outdoor areas that might be more open to the public gaze. Aside from permanent dividers such as walls or hedges, a wide range of versatile dividing elements are available. Particularly decorative are dividing walls planted with flowers. They...

As more and more city dwellers discover the joys of gardening, an increasing number of urban roof terraces, balconies and backyards are being turned into green and flowering retreats for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city. Always in on it: handmade decorations and DIY furniture, because the DIY trend is deeply rooted in the urban gardening movement. The experts at Pelargonium for Europe...