Why doesn't the gardenia I'm raising bloom
Sharing with everyone the reasons why the gardenia I'm raising doesn't bloom and the techniques to make gardenias flourish, some valuable knowledge about flowers, it's worth collecting!
Now it's the season for gardenias to bloom, with blooming period in May and June. The flowers have a pleasant fragrance, are pure white, and elegant, making them a favorite potted flower for flower enthusiasts. Gardenias in flower shops are full of flower buds, looking particularly cheerful. After buying them and placing them at home, the fragrance is refreshing after they bloom.
However, some friends can't raise gardenias well. Not only do the leaves turn yellow and the roots rot, but they also can't survive a year. Some friends have the problem of not blooming despite their gardenias growing lush and leafy without any flower buds. What is the issue? Let's talk about it and see what the reason is for not blooming.
First, insufficient light
Gardenias not only absorb water but also love light. They need ample light throughout the year. In the summer, as long as they have enough water, fertilization, and exposure to the sun, there won't be any problems. If there is insufficient light, the branches tend to elongate and become leggy, the color will fade, the leaves will gradually become thinner and larger, and they will be loose without blooming. Therefore, sufficient light is a necessary condition for raising gardenias. If there isn't enough light at home, it's better not to buy gardenias to care for, as they won't thrive.
Why doesn't the gardenia I'm raising bloom
Second, improper fertilization
The blooming period of gardenias is in May and June. Actually, they have already formed flower buds in winter. Spring is the growing season. Using fertilizers rich in phosphorus and potassium, such as monopotassium phosphate and Flower Boom No. 2, is necessary to promote the differentiation of flower buds, applying it two to three times a month. If the fertilizer used is nitrogen-rich for a long time, it promotes the growth of branches and leaves, making the plant lush. If the flower buds are withered or fail to bloom due to insufficient nutrients, and you don't know what fertilizer to apply, you can use compound fertilizer or dried sheep manure.
Third, the branches are not sufficiently mature