Various triggers prevent an angel's trumpet from expelling. This root cause analysis sheds light on four common reasons for the problem. Read here to find out what countermeasures you can take to help Brugmansia leaf shoots.
What to do if the angel trumpet doesn't come out?
If an angel's trumpet does not sprout, the cause can be severe pruning, cold, pest infestation in the winter quarters or depleted soil. This can be remedied by moderate pruning, sufficient warmth, pest control and annual repotting in fresh substrate.
Why doesn't my angel trumpet sprout?
The time window for the angel's trumpet to sprout opens in April. As a rule, growth takes off when temperatures are consistently in the double digits. If an angel's trumpet doesn't sprout in spring, these are the reasons behind it:
- Strong pruning delays sprouting.
- When it's cold, a Brugmansia keeps the shoots under wraps.
- Pest infestation in the winter quarters prevents the leaves from sprouting.
- An angel's trumpet will not sprout in depleted soil from the previous year.
- What to do as effective countermeasures, read the following sections.
Which cut is best for leaf emergence?
For reasons of space, hobby gardeners cut back their angel trumpets in the fall. Pruning too hard will, of course, slow down sprouting. With moderate pruning, you can trim the tree to the right size for its winter quarters without stopping next year's sprouting.
You can do this by shortening all overly long shoots above the last fork. An occasional cut into the old wood to ensure a beautiful growth habit does not affect the sprouting.
When can my angel trumpet go outside?
Confronted with temperatures in the single digits, an angel's trumpet will not sprout. If the thermometer reliably exceeds 12 degrees day and night, you can clear out your Brugmansia. Under normal weather conditions, the outdoor season for tropical ornamental plants begins in mid-May.
How do angel trumpets overwinter correctly?
Angel trumpets do not tolerate frost. For this reason, South American ornamental plants rely on frost-free winter quarters. Ideally, your Brugmansia should overwinter in a bright and slightly temperate place at 10° to 15° Celsius. Because the tropical tree sheds its leaves, there is the option of a dark, cool winter at 5° to 10° Celsius.
Pest infestation in the winter quarters will torpedo new growth next year. By checking your angel's trumpet every week, you can track down cunning pests in good time. You can effectively combat spider mites, aphids and other rabble in the early infestation stage with simple home remedies.
When and how often is the angel trumpet repotted?
Fresh substrate of the best quality is one of the most important prerequisites for rapid budding and magnificent growth. Annual repotting in high-quality potted plant soil is therefore at the top of the care program. The best time is just before you clear out your angel trumpet.
Tip
Angel Trumpet is highly poisonous
All parts of the angel's trumpet plant contain an explosive cocktail of toxic alkaloids. Please only carry out care work on your angel trumpet while wearing gloves. Ideally, you should arm yourself against the dangerous effects of the toxins with safety glasses and a face mask. In a family household with pets, the plant should be kept out of reach of children, dogs and cats.
