Why does the camellia flower bud not bloom? How to promote the flowering of camellia

1. Planting seedlings

The camellia sold outside has buds, but they never bloom after you buy them home. This is because the plant has entered the seedling growth period and stopped growing due to changes in the environment. During this period, the plant's ability to absorb water and nutrients is not strong, so it does not need frequent watering or fertilizing. At the same time, you should also pay attention to shading to prevent excessive water loss. After the seedlings have grown, the plants will resume growth and slowly bloom.

2. Insufficient nutrients

Any plant needs sufficient nutrients to bloom, and camellia is no exception. If there are insufficient nutrients, the buds will not open. In this case, the plants need to be properly fertilized. Generally, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can promote flowering. It should be noted that too many flower buds will lead to uneven nutrient distribution, thus affecting flowering, so you can thin out the buds appropriately.

3. Low temperature

Camellia grows best in a warm environment. If the temperature is low, it will affect the flowering of the plant. The temperature during the plant's growth period can be maintained between 5-15℃, but if you want it to bloom, the temperature needs to reach 15-25℃. If the temperature does not reach 10℃ for a long time, the plant will not only fail to bloom, but may also wither.

4. Lack of light

Camellia is a long-day plant, and long-term sunlight is very helpful for the differentiation of flower buds of the plant. Even after the flower buds appear, sufficient sunlight can accelerate the blooming of flowers, but it is also necessary to avoid exposure to the sun to prevent the leaves from turning yellow, affecting the photosynthesis of the plant and being unfavorable for the accumulation of nutrients.