What flowers enter dormancy in May
An article about the flowers that enter dormancy in May and the knowledge of caring for dormant flowers with reduced watering, next, the editor will introduce.
As May begins, the temperature rises rapidly in various places, with some central and southern regions reaching 30 or even 35 degrees, it's extremely hot! Under such high temperatures, many flowers cannot withstand it and enter a dormant state. At this time, watering should be controlled, otherwise it is easy to rot and blacken the roots.
Cattleya
Cattleya prefers a cool environment. When the temperature exceeds 30 degrees, it will enter dormancy, not only stopping growth but also causing the leaves to become soft. This is the most vulnerable time for Cattleya, when it is most prone to root and stem rot, especially for self-rooted ones.
1. If the highest local temperature exceeds 30 degrees, you can start controlling the watering of Cattleya, about 2 times a month. Only when the pot surface turns white or has fine cracks can you water it.
Watering does not need to be thorough. Just water a little around the pot edge to restore the vitality of the leaves. Be sure to move Cattleya indoors during the summer, as encountering heavy rain or continuous rainy weather outdoors followed by direct sunlight can easily cause black rot.
2. Do not place Cattleya in places with direct sunlight such as the south balcony or south window sill when the temperature is high. Instead, place it in the east, west, or north balcony window sill, where it is relatively cooler and has no direct sunlight, which is more conducive to helping it survive the summer.
What flowers enter dormancy in May
3. If your Cattleya has very dense branches and leaves, you can trim it before the temperature reaches above 30 degrees. Shorten the branches to allow better ventilation and freshness inside, which helps prevent black rot.
Cyclamen
When the temperature exceeds 28 degrees, Cyclamen will enter dormancy, manifested as: stopping growth, leaves turning yellow and wilting, and directly rotting the bulb and roots when the temperature exceeds 35 degrees, so special care is required.
1. When the temperature exceeds 25 degrees, we should take precautions, first cutting off all the flowers, and then gradually cutting some leaves around Cyclamen to help it enter dormancy.