Why do roses drop petals
This article introduces the topic of why roses drop petals, and then lets us understand together.
Why do roses drop petals
Roses can bloom multiple times throughout the year, and after blooming, the petals naturally fall off, which is a normal metabolic process.
However, there are abnormal dropping situations, such as when the rose is blooming beautifully, suddenly the petals drop and the petals dry up, which are abnormal. There are many situations that cause petals to fall, and the following is a detailed explanation.
Normal dropping does not require attention
Blooming and withering are part of the normal growth process of roses. After roses bloom, the flowers will remain on the branches for a while, usually just a few days, after which the petals of the roses will slowly fall off, which is a normal situation.
If it is a normal drop, there is no need to pay attention to it. Of course, it is best to prune before the petals fall off, as the flowers will consume nutrients.
Abnormal dropping is related to maintenance and the environment
Abnormal dropping refers to situations where the entire flower drops after the rose blooms, the flowering period is short, or the flower bud dries and falls off, etc. The reasons for the above situations include the following.
1 -- Excessive water accumulation in the pot after blooming --
Roses require a lot of water in summer, but they should not be waterlogged for long periods.
If the potting soil is waterlogged for a long time, it will affect the roots and thus affect the transmission of water. After the roots rot, the flowers will not have enough water, and the petals will fall off.
【Solution】
Timely drainage to prevent water accumulation in the pot. Usually, if only the flowers fall off and the leaves are normal, it is just caused by poor root respiration, which can be resolved by controlling water. If the leaves also turn yellow and fall off, it indicates that the roots have rotted and need to be repotted with new soil.
2 -- Excessive sunlight, petals dried by the sun --
Although roses are sun-loving flowers, potted roses have limited roots. In the case of strong sunlight in summer, the water evaporates too quickly, which can dry out the leaves, petals, and other parts, and then they easily fall off after drying.
【Solution】
For those caused by excessive sunlight, try to avoid strong sunlight. Generally, in summer, roses can be placed in a well-ventilated shaded area or use a sunshade net for shading.
The above sharing on why roses drop petals is a specific introduction, hoping everyone will like it!