Comparative Effect of Varieties and Types of Containers on Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Geranium (Palergonium graveolens)

Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens L’Hér.) is an important commercial horticultural plant extensively used in outdoor landscaping. Seed emergence has always remained a problem geranium due to its hard seed nature. Hence germination and other emergence-related attributes need be adequately tested. The purpose of this study was evaluate the seedling growth geraniums under different types containers. In regard, seeds two varieties viz. Large FID mixed Star were planted containers included black trays plastic pots, bags, nonwoven fabric bags. related parameters significantly affected by However, exhibited similar responses for most characteristics. Data collected germination, mean time, index vigor index. type showed significant impact on development. taller plants with more leaves maximum biomass production recorded from sown results pertaining demonstrated that better vigorous seedlings comparison large mixed. shoot also grown Based results, it concluded germanium may raised bags