How many times a year does camellia bloom?

1. How many times can it bloom?

Generally speaking, camellia flowers only bloom once a year. This is true for most varieties. Most bloom in early spring, and there may be slight differences between different locations and varieties. However, in some cases, some varieties can bloom twice a year. But it requires special maintenance. If you feel that blooming once a year is not enough to enjoy, then you can pay attention to the following points and the camellia will bloom twice.

2. How to open twice a year

(1) Variety: Be careful when choosing a variety, as some varieties tend to bloom twice a year. For example, "Autumn Peony", "Little Peach Red", "Four-Sided Scenery", "Lion Head", etc. They are all early-flowering varieties. Such varieties tend to bloom twice.

(2) Temperature: Temperature is also a very important factor. After the first bloom, it is best to move the plant indoors. Then, slowly increase the temperature to around twenty-five degrees and maintain it. In this way, the new branches can grow quickly and enter a state of stopping growth as soon as possible in order to bloom.

(3) Hormone treatment: By the end of July, some hormones can be used to accelerate the flowering of the plants, such as gibberellins. Generally speaking, it can be used once every three days. With the help of a tool, dip it in a little liquid and apply it on the buds.

3. When is the second flowering period?

The time is not particularly fixed, usually from late September to early November. The exact time may also vary.