How to care for gardenias in summer
A small knowledge of gardening about how to care for gardenias in summer and the cultivation methods and precautions of gardenias, let's learn about it together next.
Gardenias are a type of flower loved by many friends, which can be grown in pots or in the ground. Keeping them on the balcony or in the courtyard is very nice. The leaves are green and glossy, presenting a lush green state all year round. The branches and leaves are also very lush, with good heat and cold resistance. Moreover, when they bloom, the flowers are white, with a fresh and elegant fragrance that is pleasing to the senses and uplifts the mood.
Some friends' gardenias are vigorous and full of vitality when they are first bought back, but as they are cared for, they start to drop flower buds or turn yellow leaves. What is going on? Some friends' gardenias produce very few flowers and flower buds, making it hard for them to bloom. What is the reason?
Firstly, potted gardenias cannot lack fertilizer
When we grow gardenias at home, especially potted ones, we need to pay attention to fertilizing, especially during the blooming period of gardenias. They require a lot of nutrients, especially when they are forming flower buds and differentiating flower buds. It is essential to supplement enough nutrients to maintain their normal growth and blooming. If the potting soil is poor and lacks nutrients, or if the plant is large and the pot is too small, the soil is too small and lacks nutrients, the plant will grow weak.
Sometimes, even if there are flower buds, the lack of nutrient-rich fertilizer can lead to the dropping of flower buds, causing the healthy flower buds to fall off one by one without seeing the flowers bloom. Only with fertile potting soil and sufficient nutrient supplementation, adding some phosphorus and potassium fertilizer, can make the plant grow stronger and more lush, with vibrant leaves, and more flower buds that bloom smoothly and beautifully.
How to care for gardenias in summer
Secondly, when caring for gardenias, provide moderate sunlight
In June, which is the peak blooming season for gardenias, there are almost new flower buds blooming every day. And in June, the temperature is already relatively high, with some places exceeding 30 degrees and strong sunlight. For potted gardenias, whether large-leafed or small-leafed, they should not be exposed to the intense sun as freely as in spring.
Except for gardenias grown in the ground, which are different from potted ones because they are exposed to wind, rain, and strong sunlight all year round, it is best to place potted gardenias in a semi-shaded area in June and July. They should not be completely without sunlight or have direct sunlight, as this will keep the leaves green and look nice, glossy and not yellow.
Thirdly, when caring for gardenias, water them moderately according to specific conditions
Watering gardenias is very important. In June, with high temperatures and rapid water evaporation, it is necessary to water them in time. Basically, water them every day when it doesn't rain, but do not let the potting soil accumulate water. Prolonged waterlogging can also cause flower buds to drop.