When is the general flowering period of crown of thorns?

Crown of thorns (Euphorbia milii) is a flowering plant whose stems bear thorns but whose flowers are very beautiful, and it also has many varieties with diverse flower colors, so it is very popular among flower enthusiasts. So when is the flowering period of crown of thorns?

1. When is the flowering period of crown of thorns?

Crown of thorns can bloom all year round, and generally winter to spring is when it blooms most vigorously. But if you want crown of thorns to bloom all year round, it must have suitable light and humidity, the temperature must be kept above 15 degrees, and appropriate fertilizer must be maintained.

2. How should crown of thorns be grown so that it blooms?

1. Soil

For the growing soil of crown of thorns, it is best to choose loose, well-drained sandy soil, and you can use leaf mold and sandy soil mixed with a small amount of fertilizer. Be careful to keep the fertilizer separate from the plant, otherwise it will cause the plant's roots to burn. For plants, soil is their living environment, so choosing the right soil is very important.

2. Watering

The leaves of crown of thorns are fleshy and very drought-tolerant, so it should not be watered too much. Because the soil is sandy and has good water absorption, it can retain moisture for a long time, and it can grow very well without frequent watering. If watered too much and the potting soil is too wet, it will cause root rot and endanger the plant's survival. Usually when watering, pay attention to keeping the potting soil dry. When the summer weather is hot, you can water a little more, because at this time the temperature is high and water evaporates relatively quickly, but even if you water in summer, you should place the plant in a ventilated environment to avoid affecting plant growth due to excessive watering.

3. Fertilizing

The fertilizing requirement for crown of thorns is that it can be fertilized less, but by no means too much. In summer and autumn, generally applying diluted fertilizer once every 3 to 4 weeks is enough, and in winter and spring, reduce fertilizing as much as possible. Applying too much fertilizer during the growth period of crown of thorns will cause the branches and leaves to grow too vigorously, only growing leaves without blooming, and the ornamental value will be spoiled. Pay special attention to applying only a small amount of fertilizer during the flower bud differentiation stage, so that you can ensure lush leaves and abundant flowers.

4. Light

Everyone knows that only with sufficient light can plants grow luxuriantly, and crown of thorns is no exception. It is best to ensure sufficient sunlight all year round, especially during the flowering period. For potted plants kept indoors, you need to often move the crown of thorns to a place with light. Only with sufficient sunlight will the flower colors be bright and the leaves lush. If it is placed in a dark environment for a long time, not only will it grow poorly, but flowering will also be affected.

5. Notes on growing crown of thorns

If it is a potted crown of thorns, after growing it for 1 to 2 years it needs to be repotted. Repotting is usually best done in spring each year. When repotting, keep part of the old soil around the roots, replace it with new soil, and replant. Be careful to cut off dead roots, injured roots and overly long main roots, and also properly prune overly dense branches and leaves. In addition, crown of thorns is after all a tropical plant, so the winter temperature should preferably not be lower than 12°C.

Overall, crown of thorns can bloom all year round, but if you want it to bloom, you need to do a good job with basic management such as water and fertilizer, light, and temperature.