Pocket BotanistCheck these first
- Assess if the plant is getting enough direct light.
- Check if the plant is receiving enough seasonal temperature changes.
- Ensure the plant is not being over fertilized with high nitrogen.
Likely causes
Insufficient light
Most likelyHow to tell: The plant looks healthy and green but produces no flower buds. It may also look a bit stretched out as it reaches for more light.
What to do: Move the plant to a spot that receives full sun or very bright indirect light. Ensure it gets at least 6 hours of light daily during the spring.
Lack of dormancy
PossibleHow to tell: The plant stays in a constant state of growth without a rest period. Meadow cranesbill benefits from a cooler period in winter to trigger spring blooming.
What to do: Keep the plant in a cooler room during the winter months, around 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Reduce watering during this time to allow it to rest.
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When to worry
It is normal for young plants to skip flowering their first year. Worry if a mature plant fails to bloom for two seasons in a row.
Stopping it coming back
Provide bright light and a natural cooling period during the winter to encourage healthy flowering.
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Questions people ask
- Do I need to fertilize to get flowers?
- A balanced fertilizer can help, but too much nitrogen will only grow leaves. Use a bloom boosting fertilizer with higher phosphorus once in early spring.
- Can I force it to bloom indoors?
- It is difficult to force blooms indoors because this plant prefers outdoor conditions. Providing a bright window and cool nights is your best chance.
More problems with meadow cranesbill
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- Why are my meadow cranesbill leaves turning yellow?
- Why are my meadow cranesbill leaf tips turning brown?
- Why is my meadow cranesbill suffering from root rot?
- Why is my meadow cranesbill looking leggy?
- Why are my meadow cranesbill leaves curling?
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