Flowering Issues
Plants flower once they are healthy and getting enough light.
What you may notice
- Healthy leaves but no buds
- Buds that drop before opening
- Few flowers in a sunny season
First steps
- Move pots to the sunniest spot you have.
- Pinch off spent flowers.
- Water deeply but less often.
Common causes
- Not enough sunlight
- Too much nitrogen
- Small pot or tired soil
- Water stress
How to tell them apart
Lots of leaves and no buds suggest too much nitrogen or low light; buds that drop suggest water stress.
Common mistakes
- Feeding only high-nitrogen fertiliser
- Keeping pots in shade
- Not removing spent flowers
Prevention
Pick varieties for your season, deadhead regularly and feed as per the product label.
FAQ
Do flowers need special feed?
Many do well with balanced feeding. Check the product label.