Question From:
Anne MacKenzie in Gregory River (Whitsundays), Gregory River QLD
Nature of problem:
I planted sweet peas in March and I have a lot of leaves but no flowers and I expecting them to soon or should I give then something to help them flower. They are in the sun just about all day.What am I going wrong
Type of Plant (if known):
Sweet Peas
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
Not flowering/ in pots
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
potting mix
How often do you water the plant:
about three times a week
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
all day sun
What type of plant is it:
leaves have some powdery mildew but going to spray
How long since you planted it:
March
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Liquid Thrive about a month ago
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors
What other treatments have you given the plant:
nothing
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Other Comments:
Answer: Hi Anne, Too much Nitrogen is your problem. This forces leaf growth and delays flowering. Get some Thrive Flower & Fruit fertiliser and use it. It may take some weeks before flowering commences. Good luck, Don