Green jade tree, also known as emerald jade tree, is a common indoor ornamental leaf plant that is loved by many plant enthusiasts for its unique leaves and elegant posture. Flowering of the green jade tree, however, is a challenge for many flower lovers. Let's unveil the method for the green jade tree to bloom and help your green jade tree burst into beautiful flowers.
Understanding the growth habits of the green jade treeThe green jade tree is native to Africa, prefers a warm and humid environment, has strong shade tolerance, and is not strict with soil requirements. Only by understanding its growth habits can we better create a suitable growth environment for the green jade tree.
Lighting conditionsAlthough the green jade tree is shade-tolerant, it still requires some sunlight. Placing it in a bright indoor area and receiving 4-6 hours of sunlight each day is sufficient. Insufficient sunlight may result in poor growth and affect flowering.
Watering and humidityThe green jade tree prefers a humid environment but does not like waterlogging. When watering, keep the soil slightly moist and avoid over-wetting or over-drying. During the hot summer, you can appropriately increase the watering frequency to maintain indoor humidity between 60%-70%, which is beneficial for the growth of the green jade tree.
FertilizingGreen jade trees require ample nutrition during the growing season (spring and autumn). Apply a compound fertilizer once a month, but do not over-fertilize to avoid fertilizer damage. In winter, you can reduce the frequency of fertilization.
Pruning and shapingDuring the growth process, the green jade tree should be pruned to remove withered and diseased branches to maintain a beautiful plant shape. When pruning, make sure to retain healthy branches to help the plant recover and grow.
Flowering regulation1. Increase temperature: The green jade tree is most likely to bloom at temperatures between 15-25°C. In winter, if the indoor temperature is too low, you can use a heater or electric warmer to increase the room temperature.
2. Control watering: During the growing season of the green jade tree, properly control watering to keep the soil slightly moist, which helps the plant enter the flowering stage.
3. Apply phosphorus-potassium fertilizer: Before the green jade tree blooms, apply phosphorus-potassium fertilizer to help promote flower growth.
Propagation methodsThe green jade tree can be propagated through methods such as cutting and dividing. When cutting, choose healthy branches, cut them into lengths of 5-10 centimeters, insert them into sandy soil, and keep the soil moist. Roots should form in about 20 days.
By following these methods, your green jade tree should be able to bloom successfully. Caring for the green jade tree requires patience and attention to detail. Only by mastering its growth habits can you make the green jade tree bloom beautiful flowers under your careful care.
References:
《Indoor Ornamental Leaf Plant Maintenance Guide》, China Forestry Publishing House, published in 2019.
《Household Flower Maintenance Manual》, Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, published in 2018.