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How to make the longevity flower bloom fasterToday's editor introduces how to make the longevity flower bloom faster and related experience about the soil needed for planting longevity flowers. Let's take a look together.It's autumn now, September. At this time, the longevity flower has just gone through the dormant period of summer. When the temperature drops below 30 degrees, it begins to enter a state of growth. The longevity flower is a kind of flower that many flower friends have raised. Compared with orchids, azaleas, and geraniums, it is actually easier to raise. Not only is it easy to propagate, but it also blooms more profusely. So, how to make potted longevity flowers bloom earlier, more, and more flourishing? How to care for potted longevity flowers?1. Pinch more to bloom moreThe flowering period of longevity flowers is usually around the Spring Festival, with a flowering period of three to four months. In places with suitable temperatures, the flowering period is even longer. Some start flowering in autumn, some in winter, and continue to bloom until spring, or even close to summer.One thing to note is that except for the flowering period and when it is blooming, it is essential to frequently pinch the stems at other times. This way, it will grow more lateral branches and bloom more. Also, after a batch of flowers fade, promptly remove the withered flowers to encourage the growth of the second flower buds.2. More fertilization for more bloomingAfter the flowering period, apply fertilizer once, preferably organic fertilizer, such as cake fertilizer, chicken manure, sheep manure, etc.Then, during the summer dormant period, stop fertilizing it and do not need any fertilizer. Place it in a place with diffused light and no direct sunlight, with less water and less light to spend the summer.Once summer is over and the weather cools down in autumn, start fertilizing again. You can use phosphorus and potassium fertilizers or slow-release fertilizers. Water with fertilizer every three to five days until flower buds appear.How to make longevity flowers bloom faster3. Controlling the duration of light exposure to make longevity flowers bloom on timeIt is a half-daylight loving flower plant. If kept indoors, be careful not to let the light shine on the longevity flower at night. If the longevity flower does not bloom during the flowering period, you can take measures such as exposing it to sunlight during the day and covering it with a black plastic bag at night, or placing it in a fully enclosed carton. This way of controlling light exposure can also effectively promote timely blooming. In summer, keep it in a cool and well-ventilated place, with less water and no fertilization.In winter, place it in a warmer and sunny location at home. Although the longevity flower grows quickly and blooms a lot, it is not suitable for using a large pot because its root system is shallow and small. If the pot is too large and the soil is too much, excessive watering can easily cause root rot. Therefore, a pot with a diameter of 15 to 20 centimeters is sufficient. The longevity flower should be pinched and fertilized more, and light exposure should be controlled to bloom early and more, and become more lush!The above is how to make longevity flowers bloom faster and the related content about the soil needed for longevity flowers. I hope it helps you!