When does crape myrtle bloom? Pictures of crape myrtle flowers

1. When does crape myrtle bloom?

Crape myrtle usually blooms in summer and autumn, from July to October. The flowering period is relatively long, and each inflorescence can be open for about fifty days. The crape myrtle has bright colors and beautiful shapes, and is very beautiful. During its flowering period, it needs to be well cared for, sprayed regularly, and provided with sufficient water to make its flowers more colorful.

2. Factors affecting the flowering of crape myrtle

Failure to prune in time: During the growing period of the crape myrtle, if the branches are not properly pruned, it will not only affect the overall aesthetics, but also cause excessive consumption of nutrients in the potting soil, preventing the flower buds from sprouting.

High alkaline content in the soil: Crape myrtle grows best in slightly acidic soil. If the soil contains high alkaline content, exceeding one tenth of one percent, and the pH value exceeds 7.5, it will affect the normal development and later flowering of the crape myrtle.

Unsuitable temperature: The temperature in the place of origin of crape myrtle is relatively high, so when caring for crape myrtle, it is necessary to maintain a suitable temperature in its growth environment, otherwise it will easily lead to insufficient transpiration and make it impossible to produce specific nutrients. This ultimately results in it being difficult to bloom due to insufficient nutrient storage.

Improper fertilization: If too much fertilizer is applied to the plant during its growth period, it will easily cause the branches to grow too long, resulting in excessive consumption of nutrients, which will take up the nutrients needed for the development of flower buds. If too much fertilizer is applied during the bud formation period, it may burn the roots and cause bud drop. In addition, insufficient fertilization will hinder the normal growth of the plant and prevent flowering.