What should I do if the lucky flower withers?

The lucky charm plant is a flower of the Bromeliaceae family. It has a beautiful red and bright inflorescence that can remain unfaded for months. It is a very popular New Year flower. However, many people always encounter the problem of flowers withering when growing lucky charm. So what should they do? Let’s learn more about it below.

1. Improper lighting

The lucky charm plant is a light-loving plant. Appropriate light can allow it to accumulate nutrients through photosynthesis and grow more vigorously. However, if the lucky flower is kept in a cool place for a long time, it will slowly wither and the flowering period will be significantly shortened.

Solution: Place the lucky plant in a bright location and allow it to receive adequate sunlight. It is best to ensure that it receives more than 5 hours of diffuse light every day. If there is not enough light in the room, consider using artificial light sources such as fluorescent or LED lights.

2. Improper temperature

Generally speaking, the suitable temperature for the growth of Chinese lucky charm is between 18-25℃. If the temperature is higher than 35℃ or lower than 10℃, there is a risk of wilting.

Solution: The lucky charm plant likes a warm and humid environment. The suitable temperature for its growth is 18-25℃, especially in late autumn and early winter when the temperature drops quickly. It is necessary to take insulation measures and place the plants in a warm indoor place in time. If the temperature is too high, shade, ventilation and cooling should be carried out in time.

3. Improper watering

For example, if you water too much during normal maintenance, it will cause water accumulation in the pot, which will lead to poor development of the plant, hinder normal breathing and water absorption, and cause the flowers to wither. Or if you water too little, the lace will wither due to lack of water.

Solution: When watering the lucky plant, make sure there is sufficient water and the soil remains moist. In addition, do not water in rainy weather. When the temperature is high in summer or low in winter, you can spray water on the plant in time to keep the air moist and avoid the leaves from burning.

4. Improper fertilization

When fertilizing the lucky charm plant, you should follow the principle of applying thin fertilizers frequently. If you apply too much fertilizer, fertilizer damage will easily occur, causing root burn and withering. Of course, you can't apply too little fertilizer, otherwise the plant will be malnourished, which will cause the branches and leaves to be weak, and then cause the flowers to wither.

Solution: The lucky plant grows vigorously in spring, summer and autumn. You can water it with decomposed rice water once a month, or apply Huaduoduo twice with water, alternating between No. 1 and No. 2. This can not only ensure its normal growth, but also have the effect of promoting flowering. When the temperature drops in winter, you should stop fertilizing. If you apply too much fertilizer, be sure to dilute the fertilizer damage in the potting soil in time. If the damage is serious, you can just change the soil and pot.

In general, in order to solve the problem of withering of the lucky charm plant, you must first find out the cause. Usually, targeted solutions can easily restore the vitality of the plant and remedy the withering trend.