Why amaryllis does not bloom and how to make it release buds?

Amaryllis is a beautiful unpretentious houseplant of various shades. It has long been loved by flower growers for its beautiful flowering. Amaryllis often blooms twice a year. A distinctive feature of this species is that it can be made to bloom by a certain date, for example, by birthday or March 8th. You will learn more about the flowering period, how to make it bloom and how to properly care for amaryllis so that it blooms from this article.

Flowering period: when and how much?

Flowering plants occur in autumn, which in hot countries begins in March and lasts until May. The plant most often blooms twice, before winter and after. In summer, the flower gains strength and rests, so that later the bulb of the plant releases peduncles with large buds. On one inflorescence there are up to 12 flowers. At home, the flowering of Amaryllis can last up to a month. The plant blooms a month after planting (more information about planting amaryllis and caring for it at home can be found here).

If it bloomed in December

Very often, inexperienced gardeners confuse Amaryllis with Hippestrum (for more details on comparing amaryllis and hippeastrum, see here). Real Amaryllis is rarely found in our country. Therefore, for starters, you need to find out which plant has bloomed. Early flowering could occur due to the fact that during the dormant period the necessary conditions were not created. But do not be upset, the main thing to remember is that after its flowering, a period of rest must necessarily come. Here we wrote about how to care for a flower in the winter and during the rest period.

What conditions are necessary and how to care?

Caring for and growing a flower is a very painstaking job. In order for the flowering to be magnificent and bright, the plant needs to be given a lot of time and effort. If you adhere to all the tips and recommendations, you can achieve flowering twice a year, and sometimes three.

Amaryllis cannot live without good diffused lighting. It is best to put it on the windowsill, whose windows face the southeast or southwest. The south side is not quite suitable, because you have to constantly make a shadow for the plant. To flower stalks were slender and even, the pot is periodically turned to the light on the other side.

Humidity in the room is not as important as lighting, but still it needs to be paid attention. Leaves can be wiped with a damp sponge or rinsed in the shower. Such water procedures are strictly forbidden to Amaryllis during flowering. With dry air indoors, it is allowed to spray the plants.

When spring comes, the needs of the flower will increase dramatically. He will need even more light and heat the temperature in the room should be kept in the region of + 18 ... +25 degrees. Watering can be carried out after the peduncle reaches 10 centimeters in height. It is not worth rushing with watering, as this will lead to a shift in the flowering period.

Why are there no buds at home and what to do to make them appear?

1. If the plant is in a too dark room, flowering can not wait. A small amount of light prevents the flower bud from waking up. Therefore, a place for a flower is selected bright without direct rays of the sun.
2. Also, flowering may not be due to the absence of a dormant period. Perhaps Amaryllis was not removed on time, and he did not regain strength.
3. A tight pot in which bulbs occupy the entire space is one of the reasons. What should be done in this case? A timely transplant will help here.
4. Poor soil, without enough trace elements. Do not forget about top dressing.
5. At low temperatures, flowering is delayed, so it is worth maintaining the optimal temperature regime.
6. Flowering may be absent due to the young bulb of the plant. The flower stalk appears in bulbs aged 2-3 years.

How to make bloom?

For magnificent and beautiful flowering, Amaryllis needs to create conditions close to natural. How to make this plant bloom?

The flower grows in arid areas, where it rains rarely. If an arrow does not appear for a long time, then he needs the right stage of rest. To do this, reduce the temperature and reduce watering. Alternating active growth with a dormant period, flowering can be achieved 2 times a year. Observing temperature, lighting and watering, the flower grower is guaranteed to receive flowering.

How can I extend the process?

In order for Amaryllis to bloom longer, it is advised to put the pot with it in a secluded cool place where direct sunlight will not reach it. After the first bud has opened, the peduncle is cut off and placed in a vase. Flowering in a vase in time will be the same as on the bulb. Pruning the first inflorescence will push the plant into the ejection of a new arrow.

There is another way to prolong flowering. It consists in the following: when the buds just begin to open, with the help of tweezers it is necessary to remove the yellow anthers in the flower. This must be done before the pollen begins to crumble.

Care after falling buds

What to do next after the flower has bloomed? In the first month of autumn, you need to stop any feeding. The frequency of irrigation is reduced to a minimum, and at the end of October they are completely stopped. At this point, the flower will begin to actively discard foliage. All nutrients will go into the onion. At this time, Amaryllis will begin preparations for a new flowering.

Interesting fact

Despite the incredible beauty of the flower, the plant is poisonous. It poses a danger to curious kids and ubiquitous pets.

Bulb tissues are saturated with alkaloid lycorin, which, getting on the mucous membrane, causes swelling and severe irritation. A large dose of licorin causes serious poisoning. Therefore, you need to be extremely careful when growing a similar flower at home.

Conclusion

Amaryllis is the rarest plant from exotic countries. It is unique in itself, due to its extraordinary lush flowering, which takes place several times a year. In this case, the flower grower can plan the date of flowering, observing the rules, recommendations and some tricks.

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