How to grow coral sticks so they bloom

Coral stick flowering time

Coral sticks will bloom, but it usually takes three years of care before they can bloom. If you want the coral sticks to bloom as soon as possible, you need to provide suitable growth soil, and water and fertilize them in time. The flowering period of coral sticks is relatively long, usually two months, from June to August.

How to make coral sticks bloom

1. Soil

When planting coral sticks, it is best to use sandy loam with rich organic matter content and good drainage, which can allow the plants to grow better. If you prepare it yourself, you can mix peat soil, garden soil and perlite, which is conducive to the growth of coral sticks.

2. Temperature

Coral sticks like a warm and well-ventilated environment. The temperature suitable for the growth of coral sticks is between 10 and 30 degrees, and the wintering temperature is above 10 degrees. Coral sticks are not cold-resistant. Before winter comes, coral sticks need to be moved indoors for maintenance. They can be placed on a balcony with sufficient light, which is conducive to the growth of coral sticks.

3. Lighting

Coral sticks prefer an environment with plenty of sunlight and are also tolerant to partial shade. They are suitable for growing in an environment with plenty of light. During their growth period, they can be moved outdoors to a sunny place for maintenance. During the summer, the light is too strong, so they can be moved indoors to a place with scattered light for maintenance, avoiding the strong light at noon.

4. Water and fertilizer

Coral sticks like a humid environment and need sufficient water during the growth period to keep the soil moist. Generally, water it after the surface soil in the pot becomes dry, and water it thoroughly each time. However, the soil needs to be kept dry in winter. During the summer, the temperature is higher and the air evaporation is greater, so you can water it appropriately to maintain a moist environment.