The flowering period of Tradescantia is longer, mainly in summer and autumn, but in different regions, due to different climate and environment, the flowering period is also different.
The flowering period of Tradescantia in North China is from May to October. From the middle and late days of April to October in East China, the flowering period is from May to June, and from July to October, the flower buds appear in the late days of March in East China and the middle days of April in North China.
The flowering time of Tradescantia is short, which is generally open and closed towards noon. In the morning, the petals will open and close before noon, and the flowers will bloom in rainy days.
The flowers of Arnebia are small and have strong decorative effect. When flowering, the flower has a dark blue corolla, yellow stamens, about 3-4 cm wide. Three nearly round petals form a triangle. The flowers are elegant and fragrant. Capsule 5-7 cm long, bearing seeds, seeds oblong, ca. 3 mm long.
Pruning is a good way for plants to branch. The proper pruning of Tradescantia can make it have many new branches, and it looks full of leaves and flowers. From the middle of May to the first ten days of June, the natural flowering period of Tradescantia can be changed to some extent by pruning.
Temperature control can also change the flowering period of Tradescantia. Because of the low temperature in winter, the plant of Tradescantia can be covered with film to make it live through the winter safely. In this way, the flowering period can also be advanced to the first and middle of March.
In addition, in order to ensure that there are many strong leaves and flowers, sufficient basal fertilizer should be applied before planting to ensure sufficient nutrients. The Tradescantia can also be cutted in autumn and bloom more next year, which is very beautiful.
