Why Chrysanthemums Don't Bloom: The Main Reason
The flowering of chrysanthemums depends on many conditions: weather, climate of the area in which they grow, characteristics of the variety and nuances of care.
One of these factors that is of paramount importance is proper watering.
Lack of moisture causes the plant shoots to quickly become woody, as a result of which the chrysanthemum stops forming buds. Excess liquid is no better - as a result of excessive moisture, the flower's root system rots, fungal diseases develop, and the plant dies.
If the season is already coming to an end, and you still haven’t been able to enjoy the blooming of your chrysanthemums, analyze whether you are doing everything right.
How to water chrysanthemums correctly
The main rule to follow when watering chrysanthemums is moderation.
The soil around the bushes should be moderately moist, and the soil surface should be allowed to dry out between waterings.
Experienced gardeners advise to moisten the soil in the flowerbed once every 2-3 days, pouring 2-3 liters under each plant. If it is hot and dry outside, it is allowed to water daily.
And one more thing: try to water the flower beds in such a way that water does not get on the leaves and buds.
The best time to water chrysanthemums is early morning or evening (at sunset). This will help you avoid sunburn.
