Stephanotis Bud Drop: Don't Repot! Fix Light, Humidity, and Watering

Your 3-week-old stephanotis is dropping buds and leaves. DO NOT REPOT—it will lose all remaining buds. Repot only April 1-July 1, after blooming.

Immediate Recovery Plan

1. More sun: Move outdoors if nights >50°F (10°C). They hold flowers best at 50-65°F.
2. Humidity: Mist thoroughly 2×/day with spray bottle
3. Water carefully: Let soil get slightly dry between waterings. NEVER sit in water tray.
4. Fertilize: Water-soluble bloom fertilizer

Why It's Struggling

It came from a greenhouse (high light, high humidity). Your home is likely lower light, drier air. The bud drop is shock response.

Long-Term Care

• Blooms better when rootbound—don't rush repotting
• Cool nights (50-65°F) prolong flowering
• Bright light essential
• Consistent moisture—never bone dry, never swampy

Make these changes TODAY. The plant wants to bloom—it just needs its preferred conditions restored.