When does "Smooth Sailing" bloom
Let me share with you some small experiences in green plant maintenance about when "Smooth Sailing" blooms and the reasons and solutions for not blooming, and the following editor will answer in detail for you
"Smooth Sailing" is one of the most common flowers in the flower market. It is also called white sail. Its leaves are evergreen, and it can bloom. The flowers look like small white sails, very beautiful. Its blooming period is in summer and autumn, with a large number of flowers. Because of its good name meaning and ability to bloom, many people like to keep a pot, but when they grow it themselves, they often find that the leaves turn black, yellow, or do not grow at all, and they do not bloom. In fact, "Smooth Sailing" is very easy to maintain. As long as we master the maintenance skills, it can grow rapidly, with larger leaves and more flowers blooming.
When growing "Smooth Sailing" at home, first remember that you don't need a large pot, as it can easily cause waterlogging and root rot, and you also can't use a high pot. Use a shallow pot instead. Its roots can only grow rapidly and bloom when they completely fill the pot. The soil must be breathable. Many flower friends choose to use garden soil, but garden soil has less nutrients and is prone to compaction, which can lead to yellow leaves and stiff seedlings later on. Therefore, using breathable nutrient-rich soil is the best.
With the premise of small pot and breathable soil, watering must be controlled well. It prefers moist soil and high air humidity. When watering, wait until the soil surface is dry and then water thoroughly. Regularly mist it during maintenance, but whether it's watering or humidifying, good ventilation is essential. If ventilation is poor, the leaves will turn black and rot, and the roots may rot.
Fertilizer should also be chosen reasonably. Generally, in spring, it is the stage of rapid leaf growth, and many leaves will grow very large. We should choose fertilizer with high nitrogen content and no lack of other elements. Only with sufficient nitrogen, it can grow new leaves rapidly, which will be large and glossy. In summer and autumn, it is the stage of growth and blooming, so we need to supplement it with fertilizer high in phosphorus content and no lack of other elements.
This will allow it to get enough phosphorus, continuously produce flower buds and bloom, and also contain other elements, allowing the roots to grow normally and absorb nutrients. The frequency of fertilizing should be maintained at two to three times a month. If the temperature in winter is below 10 degrees, no fertilizer should be used. Keeping the potting soil moist will ensure a safe winter. If the winter temperature is normal and above 10 degrees, then we can follow the maintenance during the growing season.
When does "Smooth Sailing" bloom
The most crucial point in maintaining "Smooth Sailing" is sunlight. Many people put "Smooth Sailing" in direct sunlight because they think it is a flowering plant that requires light. While this idea is good, it is not beneficial for "Smooth Sailing" as it is a plant that is afraid of strong light. For example, if you put "Smooth Sailing" in direct sunlight in spring, you will find that its leaves start to turn yellow from the edges, and eventually, the entire plant's leaves will show this yellowing due to strong sunlight.
We don't need too much sunlight for it. Generally, give it sunlight before 9 am or put it in a diffused light environment for two to three hours a day, which can ensure its normal growth, with large and bright leaves and dark green color. Remember, never expose it to too strong light or direct sunlight.
This is the maintenance method for "Smooth Sailing". Only with sufficient nitrogen during the growing season can it grow rapidly, and the leaves will be larger. Supplementing it with high-phosphorus fertilizer in summer can make it bloom from summer to autumn, which is very simple. If you don't know how to maintain it, you can learn a little.
The above is a comprehensive introduction to when "Smooth Sailing" blooms, the reasons and solutions for not blooming, and I hope it brings some knowledge about green plants to green plant enthusiasts.