Do chrysanthemums need to be fertilized during flowering period?

1. Is it necessary to fertilize?

During the flowering period of chrysanthemums, it is appropriate to apply fertilizer, but it should not be excessive, otherwise it will easily cause the flower buds to fall. Its root system is very developed and its ability to absorb fertilizer is relatively strong. It is a fertilizer-loving plant, so different amounts of nutrients should be applied at different growth stages to ensure its growth.

2. How to apply fertilizer at different times

1. When you first start planting, you need to apply enough base fertilizer to ensure growth. After that, you can apply nitrogen fertilizer once every 10 days or so to promote the growth of plants and branches.

2. From the beginning of autumn, when the flowers begin to conceive and appear, slightly concentrated nutrients need to be applied once a week.

3. Before the flowers bloom, you can apply more concentrated fertilizer to accumulate nutrients for the flowers to bloom.

4. When the flowers bloom, you can spray some phosphorus fertilizer on the leaves.

3. Methods to prolong flowering

1. Light: Ensure sufficient lighting conditions and appropriately extend the exposure time to at least 6 hours a day. Do not place it where there is no sunlight.

2. Water: Be sure to meet the water needs and water in a timely manner.

3. Pruning: Cut off the withered flower buds in time.