What season does plum blossoms bloom?
Answering netizens' questions about when plum blossoms bloom and providing an introduction to the flowering period and related experience in flower planting, the details are as follows:
Plum blossoms are also known as sour plum, yellow fruit, Hehanmei, white plum blossom, and green calyx plum, etc., and have been cultivated in our country for over three thousand years. There are many varieties for both ornamental and fruit purposes, with many types suitable for outdoor cultivation and also for potted plants, possessing significant ornamental and medicinal value. Let's find out when plum blossoms bloom together!
When do plum blossoms bloom?
Plum blossoms often bloom in early spring, from January to February, before leaves sprout, but the blooming time varies according to different regional climates. In Southwest China, they bloom from December to January of the following year, in Central China from February to March, and in North China from March to April. The initial bloom to full bloom takes 4 to 7 days, and from full bloom to the end of flowering takes 15 to 20 days. The flowers are usually solitary or sometimes two flowers in one bud, with a diameter of about 2 to 2.5 centimeters, a strong fragrance, a pedicel length of about 1 to 3 millimeters, and petals that are white to pink and inversely ovate.
Growth habits of plum blossoms
Plum blossoms prefer warm climates and are not very cold-resistant, except for the Xingmei series that can withstand -25°C low temperatures, generally enduring -10°C low temperatures. They are somewhat drought-resistant, do not tolerate flooding, have a long lifespan, reaching a thousand years. The flowering period is particularly sensitive to climate changes, prefers higher air humidity, but dislikes heavy rain. They can endure high temperatures, growing even at 40°C, and develop best in regions with an average annual temperature of 16 to 23°C. They are very sensitive to temperature, blooming when the average temperature in early spring reaches -5 to 7°C. If encountering low temperatures, the blooming period is delayed, and if they bloom during low temperatures, the flowering period can be extended. During the growing period, they should be placed in a sunny and well-ventilated area. If in a shaded environment with insufficient light, the growth becomes weak and flowering is sparse.
Legends of the plum blossom's meaning
The plum blossom's meaning is resilience, pride, and elegance. The red plum blossom's meaning is steadfastness, defying frost, and enchanting beauty. The white plum blossom's meaning is purity and steadfastness. The蜡梅 (wax plum) blossom's meaning is purity, resilience, quiet dedication, and selfless contribution. There is also a poignant and beautiful legend about the plum blossom's meaning.
The legend goes that many years ago, in a peaceful village, there was a pair of martial arts师兄妹 (master and apprentice) deeply in love. One day, a monster suddenly appeared, causing chaos and disrupting the peaceful life of the villagers. The pair of师兄妹, determined to save the villagers, set out with their swords to fight the monster. After several days of fierce battles, they were on the verge of winning when the master felt his strength waning. At that moment, the monster struck at the master, and the apprentice quickly stepped in to block the blow, the sharp sword deeply piercing her chest. The master was shocked and fought back with several consecutive moves.
Finally, the monster was defeated. The master embraced the pale apprentice, calling out to her in a loud voice, but due to excessive bleeding, the apprentice was near death. She gave the master a faint smile and said, "You are brave, I love you, forever!" and then closed her beautiful eyes. The master was overcome with grief, and suddenly a miracle happened. Snowflakes fell from the sky, and the apprentice slowly disappeared, leaving behind a sapling in the master's arms.
The master knew it was the apprentice's reincarnation and was deeply saddened, caressing the sapling as his tears fell on it. The sapling quickly grew into a large tree without leaves but covered in white flowers with a faint fragrance that spread for miles. This was the plum blossom. The master could not bear to part with the apprentice and built a small house next to the plum tree, reciting poetry and practicing martial arts every day until the day he died. He leaned against the white plum tree, expressing his endless love until he turned into a plum blossom himself, with the flowers turning red, symbolizing his passionate love.
The above information on when plum blossoms bloom and an introduction to the flowering period is provided for green plant enthusiasts, hoping it will be helpful!