A separate study found that a high-salt diet increases the risk of stomach cancer in people with H. pylori, according to results the Scandanavian Journal of Gastroenterology published in 2010. It's recommended that you consume no more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium each day.
Allow the soil get dry in between each watering. Test the soil by poking your finger into the top inch. If the soil is dry all the way through the top inch, provide the flowers with enough water to dampen the soil without soaking it. 3. Fertilize your geraniums once a month using a liquid fertilizer. An abundance of fertilizer will cause your geraniums to produce many strong, healthy leaves, but it will also prevent blooms from developing and may lead to a plant with minimal flowering. You can also use a slow-release, granular fertilizer.
How to Save Geraniums Over the Winter in Pots. When saving geraniums for the winter in pots, dig up your geraniums and place them in a pot that can comfortable fit their rootball. Prune the geranium back by one-third. Water the pot thoroughly and place in a cool but well lit part of your house.