When does alyssum bloom?

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Factors affecting flowering time

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The flowering period of alyssum is mostly in winter. Under normal circumstances, if planted in autumn, it will bloom in winter and spring. The flowering period is generally about 15 days. Influencing factors: If the temperature is lower than 18°C, the flowering period will be delayed. If the temperature is higher, flowering can occur earlier, but the plant will easily weaken. After the flower buds differentiate, long-day exposure can also lead to early flowering.

when to bloom

When does it bloom?

Alyssum is a common indoor ornamental flower in winter, so its flowering period is mostly in winter. Under normal circumstances, alyssum is planted in autumn and will bloom in winter and spring. Of course, there are exceptions. Sometimes alyssum will bloom in March-April. Generally speaking, the flowering period of alyssum is from February to May.

When alyssum blooms, the flowering period is generally about 15 days. The flower stem is one or branched, with spike-like flowers on the top. Each inflorescence will have about 5-7 flowers. Fruit will appear after flowering.

Factors affecting flowering time

< p>Although the flowering period of alyssum is between February and May, the specific flowering time is actually very variable.

In fact, the flowering period of alyssum is not fixed, mainly due to the influence of the planting time of alyssum. In addition, it is affected by the temperature and light of maintenance.

If the planting time is August or September, the flowering time is usually in winter. If planted in autumn, the flowering time may be in winter and spring. In fact, the planting time will also be affected by the region. In the north, planting alyssum can be carried out in September, while in the south it can be planted later.

The influence of temperature is mainly reflected on the differentiation of flower buds, because when the temperature is maintained at a low temperature of 8℃-13℃, flower buds are easier to differentiate. If during this period, the temperature is lower than 18℃, it will Delay the flowering period, and if the temperature is higher, it can bloom earlier, but the plant will easily weaken.

The influence of light mainly refers to the duration of light. Under short-day conditions, alyssum flower buds will differentiate better. After the flower buds differentiate, long-day exposure can also lead to early flowering.

Factors affecting flowering time

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