Gardenia blooms several times a year. What should I do if it doesn’t bloom?

1. How many times a year

Large gardenias usually bloom once a year, from May to June every year. The flowering period is relatively long, from May to June to August. The fruit matures in October, but the blooming time of a single flower is 4-5 days. Small gardenias usually bloom once in early summer and once in autumn.

2. What to do if it doesn't bloom

1. Water and fertilizer: Excessive water and fertilizer during its growth period will cause the plant to grow branches but not bloom. Insufficient nutrients will also cause it to not bloom or bloom very little. Even if it blooms, it will soon wither. At this time, you should pay attention to adding fertilizers containing scale and potassium.

2. Light: It does not like strong light, but it cannot be without light. It needs semi-shade in summer and can be kept in a well-lit place indoors in winter.

3. Soil: It likes acidic soil. The salt content in the soil in the north is relatively high, so it may be more alkaline. If such soil is used, it may cause poor growth of the plant.

4. Pruning: If messy branches, diseased and insect-infested branches, etc. are not pruned for a long time, a lot of nutrients will be consumed. When the branches are too dense, they may block each other and affect ventilation.

5. Pests and diseases: When the pests and diseases are serious, they may damage the plants and cause the flower buds to fall off, so attention should also be paid to the damage caused by pests and diseases during planting.