What is the flowering period of gloxinia flowers?

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1. Flowering period

2. How to extend the flowering period

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Gloxinia flowers only bloom once a year, usually in the summer from March to April. A single flower can bloom for more than ten to twenty days, and the entire flower can bloom for several months, all the time. In August, it can even last until November in winter. The flowering time is very long and can have a long ornamental value. If you maintain it well and pay attention to good methods, the flowering period may be extended in the future.

1. Flowering period

1. Flowering period

Gloxinia flowers only bloom once a year, usually in the summer from March to April. The flowers bloom for a very long time, and a single flower can bloom for more than ten to twenty years. In a few days, the entire flower can bloom for several months, until August, and even until November in winter. The flowers are terminal or axillary on the branches, and the corolla is bell-shaped. The flowers are larger and colorful, including red, pink, blue, white, multiple colors, etc. They are very beautiful and have a high ornamental value at home. high.

2. How to extend the flowering period

< p>1. Shade: It usually cannot withstand strong light. During the flowering period, it is necessary to increase the shading time to avoid exposure to too much sunlight. Shading can extend the flowering period. If exposed to strong light, it will cause burns and make the flowers wither quickly. .

2. Temperature: Temperature is also relatively important. During the flowering period, it is maintained at about 18-25 degrees. This temperature is suitable for growth and blooming flowers. After October, the temperature drops and the temperature can be adjusted to about 10-12 degrees.

3. Fertilization: During the flowering period, a large amount of fertilizer is required. Give a thin fertilizer and water half a month before flowering, mainly based on phosphorus and potassium.

2. How to extend the flowering period

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