The plumbago genus includes 20 different species. The best-known species is the Plumbago auriculata with its typical blue flowers. Find out here why your leadwort doesn't bloom or blooms only slightly and how you can ensure a true bloom.
Why isn't my leadwort blooming?
If your leadwort blooms poorly, there can be several reasons. The plant often lacks sufficient and regular watering during flowering or hasno location protected from rain. You should also overwinter the plant in a cool place at 7 to 9 degrees Celsius.
How do I get my leadwort to bloom again?
Check the plant carefully and determine what is missing. If the soil is too dry and the leaves are already curled up, you should definitelywater the plantCheck the location. Is it sunny and protected from rain? If not, change the place orplantyour leadwortumProvide proper care and good pruning he althy growth and lots of flowers next year.
How do I care for leadwort to ensure it blooms beautifully?
In spring you should cut leadwortback vigorouslyThis stimulates the formation of new side shoots and allows a particularly large number of flowers to form. Remove wilted flowers regularly in summer. Provide the plant withplenty of water during the growth phase and flowering period in spring and summer. This way the leaves and flowers are optimally cared for and create a magnificent appearance. Only fertilize about every four weeks to avoid over-fertilizing the plant.
How can you encourage blooms on the leadwort?
You should reserve a sunny spot for your leadwort on your balcony or terrace. However, this place should beprotected from rain, otherwise the flowers will dwindle. You should also overwinter the plant at 7 to 9 degrees Celsiuscool in order to get any flowers at all next year. The special species Plumbago indica, on the other hand, feels particularly comfortable in a bright, moderately warm location in the house all year round and produces many flowers there.
Tip
Grow leadwort as a standard stem
The plant, which actually spreads on the ground, can also be easily grown into a standard tree using a trick. To do this, remove the lower side shoots of the plant in the first year. The disadvantage of this method is that the evergreen plant produces few or no flowers in the first few years. After about three years, however, you will be rewarded with a rush of flowers.
