You have been checking the plant every day for weeks in the hope that the first blossoms will appear. But nothing happens. What could be the causes and what can you do to stimulate flowering?
Why isn't my Strelitzia blooming?
If the Strelitzia does not bloom, reasons such as a location that is too dark, low temperatures, over-fertilization or damage to roots may be responsible. For better flowering, you should optimize the site conditions, adjust the fertilization and ensure sufficient winter rest.
Too dark location
The Strelitzia is often too dark. However, it needs a lot of light and also warmth. This is especially true in the summer, when it usually blooms as a houseplant in this country. However, flowering times can vary; Some Strelitzia lovers report blooming Strelitzias in spring.
It is best to put the Strelitzia outside on the balcony or terrace from the end of May. There it should receive enough light to be stimulated to bloom.
The location can be in the blazing sun. But be careful: this plant does not tolerate temperatures above 30 °C well. This puts them under stress and can lead to flower failure.
Temperatures too low
Another reason why the parrot flower does not bloom may be that the prevailing temperatures are too low. A warm place is important for flowers to form. The location should be at least 20 °C, preferably 25 °C.
The plant was over-fertilized
Furthermore, over-fertilization leads to flower loss. The leaves grow abundantly and look rich green. However, there is no sign of flowers. It helps to stop fertilizing immediately and, if necessary, repot the plant in fresh soil.
Other possible reasons
But there are other possible reasons that could be behind flower failure:
- no hibernation observed
- Damage to the roots e.g. B. by repotting, dividing
- earth too dry
- too young (blooms for the first time at 4 – 6 years)
- severe pest infestation
- Illness
- Draft
These tips can help:
- in winter keep it bright and cool (5 to 12 °C)
- water less during wintering
- be careful when repotting: roots break easily
- water regularly in summer (watering amount depends on the leaf mass)
- fertilize sparingly from March to August and every 2 weeks
Tip
It's best to only buy flowering specimens! Then you know where you are and can be sure that these are not young seedlings that will bloom for the first time after 4 to 6 years.
