Why don't you raise clivia flowers?
Clivia is very popular for its elegant leaf shapes and gorgeous flowers, but many flower friends often encounter the problem of not seeing flowers for many years. To solve the mystery that clivia does not bloom, we need to start from the growth habits and maintenance details. This article will give you a comprehensive analysis through four core factors. 1. Key elements for root maintenance 1.1 Treatment of soil hardening problems The fleshy root system of Clivia has extremely high requirements on the soil. When the soil is hardened, the respiration of the root system is blocked, which directly affects nutrient absorption. It is recommended to replace the special nutrient soil every spring. The formula is recommended: 6 parts of legus soil +2 parts of pine needles +1 part of river sand +1 part of bone meal. During daily maintenance, bamboo sticks can be used to loosen the soil every month, and the depth can be controlled at 3-5cm to avoid root damage. 1.2 The scientific watering system adopts the "see dry and wet" watering method. It is watered thoroughly in 5-7 days in spring and autumn, sprayed in the morning and evening in summer to increase humidity, and slightly replenished water in 15-20 days in winter. Special note: The water temperature needs to be consistent with room temperature to avoid stimulation from temperature differences. The water shortage situation can be judged by observing the gloss of the leaves. When the leaves appear longitudinal folds, water needs to be replenished. 2. Nutrient supply and flowering control 2.1 Fertilization cycle management Diluted soybean cake fertilizer is applied every half month during the growth period (March to June), and potassium dihydrogen phosphate (1:1000) is added during the flower bud differentiation period (September to October). Pay attention to avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer causing leaf spot disease. It is recommended to use banana peel fermentation liquor to supplement potassium. Fertilization should be stopped during winter dormancy. 2.2 Temperature difference promotion tips Maintain a temperature difference of 8-10℃ between day and night in autumn, and 25℃ during the day and 15℃ at night are the most conducive to flower bud formation. You can create a temperature difference environment by opening windows at night, and rotate the flowerpot 180° every week to ensure even light reception. 3. Precise control of environmental factors 3.1 Light intensity adjustment Accept soft light in the morning and evening in spring and autumn, and 70% of the light needs to be blocked from 10:00-16:00 in summer. Use a illuminance meter to monitor and maintain 5000-8000Lux as the best. It can be judged by observing the color of the leaves: dark green leaves indicate insufficient light, and yellow-green stripes indicate suitable light. 3.2 The humidity balance plan maintains the air humidity of 60-70%, and adopts the "tray-stone method": place pebbles on the water tray, and place the flower pot on the stone to avoid accumulation of water on the bottom of the basin. Combine foliar spraying 2-3 times a week, and pay attention to avoid leaf cores to prevent rot.
Through systematic maintenance and management, Clivia usually blooms at a seedling age of 2-3 years. Keep in mind the rule of "three varieties and seven varieties" and maintain continuity and careful observation, and your clivia will surely bloom year after year.