When is the blooming period of cineraria generally?

Cineraria (Pericallis hybrida) is a perennial herbaceous plant, also known as rich chrysanthemum and cucumber flower. It is one of the ideal flowers for potted plants in winter and spring. Cineraria has varied flower shapes and brilliant, colorful blooms, with high ornamental value. So when is the blooming period of cineraria?

1. Blooming period of cineraria

Cineraria blooms from January to April. Its blooming period is actually not so fixed; it needs to be determined according to its sowing date. Generally, cineraria takes 4-5 months from sowing to blooming, and the blooming period can be regulated based on this, so that it blooms when the grower needs it.

2. Points to note in blooming period management of cineraria

In order to make cineraria bloom at the appropriate time, care and management during the blooming period are very important. In summary, it is suitable light, temperature, and water and fertilizer; only when all these are in place can cineraria be guaranteed to bloom well.

For example, if you want cineraria to bloom in spring, you can control it from the following points: the temperature should be kept between 10°C——15°C, and at night it should not be lower than 5°C; the light duration should be sufficient, not less than 3 hours; before blooming, ensure a sufficient supply of water and fertilizer, because insufficient water and fertilizer will cause cineraria flowers to be small and the colors not bright, and before blooming it is also necessary to appropriately increase watering; to prevent cineraria from developing an uneven crown, it can be turned and placed in a different direction so that its flowers grow upright; in addition, the occurrence of pests and diseases also needs to be prevented.

If the blooming period of cineraria is well regulated, the blooming period can be extended.