When does Schlumbergera bloom? What are the reasons for Schlumbergera buds to fall off?

1. Flowering Season

Christmas cactus usually blooms in autumn and winter, specifically from October of each year to around February of the following year. However, there are many varieties, and the specific time of flowering is different for different varieties. They can be mainly divided into three types: early-flowering varieties, medium-flowering varieties and late-flowering varieties. In addition, it is also related to maintenance. If the environment provided is more suitable, it may bloom earlier and last longer. On the contrary, it will be delayed and the number of flowers will decrease.

2. Reasons for flower bud shedding

1. Too much watering: It is drought-resistant. If you water it frequently during the flowering period, the soil will be too moist, the roots will not be able to breathe well, the flower buds will easily fall off, and in severe cases, the stems and leaves will fall off. Reduce watering and stop watering temporarily if the soil is not dry.

2. Lack of nutrients: There should be sufficient nutrients supplied during the flowering period. If there is insufficient nutrition, even if the flower buds grow, they will fall off. Appropriate amounts of phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer should be applied during the bud formation stage to promote better bud formation and better flowering in the later stage. It is recommended to apply liquid phosphorus and potassium fertilizer once a week.

3. Move at will: During the bud formation stage, the flower buds are very fragile. If you move the flower pot frequently and randomly, the flower buds will easily fall off and the stems may break. Be careful to handle it with care and do not move it at will.