Increasing Blooms on Indoor Gardenia: Repotting and Fertilizer Adjustment

Addressing Poor Flowering in Mature Gardenia

A gardener has a large indoor gardenia that produced only one flower last year, seeking more blooms.

Two Key Adjustments

• Repot to larger container – Relieve root restriction
• Reduce nitrogen fertilizer – High nitrogen promotes foliage over flowers

Ed Gulliksen also recommends a detailed gardenia care article (valentine.gr/gardenia2_en.htm) covering light, humidity, watering, and pest management for optimal flowering.