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Geraniums in Ground vs. Pots in Atlanta

Geraniums thrive in beds with morning sun/afternoon shade. Deadhead, fertilize monthly. Dig and pot for indoor winter, replant spring. Overwintering tips at bit.ly/wintergeranium.

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