How long do Anthurium flowers last?
Thanks to its long-lived, heart-opening charm, Anthurium is the quintessential symbol of generosity and kindness, making it a perfect gift for those you love the most. It is cherished for its long blooms, lasting anywhere from eight to twelve weeks. Light requirements: Anthuriums prefer medium to bright indirect light from an east- or west-facing window. Avoid direct sunlight, which can cause leaf scald. Too little light may cause failure of plants to thrive, and colors to fade.Anthuriums are sensitive to environmental conditions, so you’ll want to make sure your anthurium has the proper light, temperature, and humidity to encourage flowering. It’s also worth checking whether your plant is growing in the wrong soil type and whether it’s being overwatered – two common mistakes epiphytes make.The more light the plant receives, the more flowers your plant will produce – but too much sunlight will cause the flowers to die off. Keep the plant away from direct light and instead in a spot with bright indirect light. Your Anthurium loves a humid environment, so misting daily can help your plant recover.A well-tended anthurium blooms all year round in approximately 3-month intervals, so your plant could be in-between blooms. However, this tropical plant can also be temperamental if not tended properly, and if your plant’s flowers and leaves are fading or wilting you may need to make some changes.
How do I get my anthurium to flower again?
Unsuitable watering, improper lighting and infrequent repotting can cause an anthurium to stop blooming,’ says Nastya Vasylchyshyna, botany expert at Plantum. It’s important to provide your anthurium with lots of bright, indirect light, and you should allow it to dry around 50% before watering again. Anthuriums have moderate to low water needs and need water about once a week. They prefer higher humidity at about 50% humidity and benefit from regular spritzing or the addition of a humidifier. It is important not to underwater your Anthurium.Fertilising & Care Depending on your climate and how dry it is inside your home, your anthurium will benefit from a regular mist of water or position them in a naturally humid environment like the kitchen or bathroom. Fertilise anthurium fortnightly with Scotts Osmocote Orchid Pour+Feed to encourage greater growth.
Should I cut off anthurium flowers?
By mimicking the conditions of their natural rainforest habitat, your anthurium could produce up to six blooms per year. If you notice a bloom starting to die, you can carefully remove it or pinch it off with your fingers. This allows nutrients to be better shared by the healthy remaining blooms. Methods To Propagate Anthurium Using clean clippers or shears, clip off a strong leaf that has at least one visible node. Remove the leaves from the bottom two thirds of the stem and submerge the end in water. The roots will grow out of the submerged nodes. You can also plant the cutting directly into soil.