Why Don't Gardenias Bloom: What Are the Reasons?
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The blooming period of gardenias is in May and June. They have a fragrant scent, clean and elegant appearance, and are a favorite potted flower for flower lovers. Gardenias in flower shops are full of flower buds, looking particularly pleasant. After buying them and placing them at home, the fragrance is delightful after they bloom.
But some friends can't grow gardenias well. Not only do the leaves turn yellow and the roots rot, but they can't even survive a year. Some friends have a problem where their gardenias don't bloom, despite having lush branches and leaves, there are no flower buds at all. What is the issue?
First, Insufficient Light
Gardenias not only absorb water, but they also love light and require ample light throughout the year. In the summer, sufficient watering, fertilizing, and exposure to sunlight won't be a problem. If there is not enough light, the branches tend to elongate and grow excessively, the color will become lighter, the leaves will gradually become thinner and larger, and they will be loose and not bloom.
Therefore, sufficient light is a necessary condition for growing gardenias. If the light in your home is not sufficient, then you shouldn't buy gardenias to care for, as they won't thrive.
Second, Improper Fertilization
The blooming period of gardenias is in May and June. In fact, they have already formed flower buds in winter, and spring is the growing season.
At this time, using fertilizers mainly containing phosphorus and potassium, such as monopotassium phosphate and Floraduo No. 2, is necessary to promote the differentiation of flower buds, applying them two to three times a month. Using fertilizers high in nitrogen for an extended period will promote long branches and leaves. If the flower buds become shriveled or fail to bloom due to a lack of nutrients, you can use compound fertilizers or dried sheep manure.
Third, Branches Not Sufficiently Aging
If the pruning of gardenias is not done correctly, it can also cause them not to bloom. The best time to prune gardenias is after they have bloomed in the summer. After pruning, the branches gradually grow and age, which are the flowering branches.
If pruned in late autumn, the branches will retain their aging. New branches will sprout from the side of the aged branches, consuming the nutrients of the old branches. They will not bloom in the second year, and incorrect pruning can also cause gardenias not to bloom.
【Summary】
The reasons why gardenias don't bloom need to be addressed from the aspects of soil, fertilization, and lighting. First, check if the soil is compacted, and second, see if thick fertilizers or uncomposted organic fertilizers have been used, which can lead to non-blooming.
Of course, insufficient watering is also an important reason. If there is too little water, the absorption after fertilizing will also be reduced, which can cause non-blooming. Planting in loose and well-drained soil, watering and fertilizing properly, and providing ample light will make gardenias bloom quickly.
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