What causes peony buds to wither?
Knowledge snippet: This article explores the reasons behind peony bud withering in the context of green plants and flowers. Let's delve into the topic together.
What causes peony buds to wither?
I noticed that the peony planted in the ground has started to wither. This period is when peonies rapidly sprout and is also a critical time for bud withering. So, why do peony flowers wither? Let's analyze this today.
Reasons for peony bud withering
Bud withering in peonies often occurs in the following three situations, and we should pay special attention during maintenance.
1. Recently transplanted seedlings
Peonies planted in autumn can usually bloom in the first year, but there are also cases where they don't bloom. This is mainly influenced by the strength of the seedlings and the timing of transplantation.
If we transplant at an appropriate time for planting peonies, such as during the Mid-Autumn Festival, the peonies have plenty of time to develop roots, leading to better nutrient accumulation throughout the winter.
However, if we plant late and it gets cold within half a month after planting, the peonies won't have enough time to develop roots, which can affect blooming in the spring. It takes about 20-30 days for peonies to develop new roots after transplantation, so the planting time cannot be too late. Last November, some gardening enthusiasts were refused when trying to buy peony seedlings, precisely for this reason.
2. Insufficient maintenance
What causes peony buds to wither?
Newly planted seedlings are usually well-nourished by nurseries, with well-developed flower buds, so they can generally bloom in the first spring after normal planting. However, bud withering often occurs in the second year.
This is mainly due to insufficient maintenance. For peonies transplanted in the first year, although they can bloom, it is recommended not to let them bloom fully, focusing on nurturing the plant, or allowing only 1-2 flowers to bloom to prevent excessive nutrient consumption. After flowering, it's also important to trim the spent flowers and apply fertilizer.
Proper care is needed from after flowering to the summer to ensure adequate fertilization and watering, which helps the peonies recover and develop new flower buds. If the plant is left unattended after flowering, it often becomes weaker and more prone to withering in the second year, or may not even produce flower buds.
3. Temperature influence