Angel's trumpet does not sprout

Why doesn't my angel's trumpet sprout?

In April, the time window for the budding opens for the angel's trumpet. Growth usually picks up momentum when temperatures are consistently in the double digits. If an angel's trumpet does not sprout in spring, these are the reasons behind it:

• Heavy pruning delays budding.
• In the cold, a Brugmansia keeps the sprouting under lock and key.
• Pest infestation in the winter quarters prevents leaf sprouting.
• In the emaciated soil of the previous year, an angel's trumpet does not sprout.
• You can read about what to do as effective countermeasures in the following sections.

Which pruning is favorable for the leaf sprouting?

For reasons of space, hobby gardeners cut back their angel's trumpets in autumn. Of course, cutting back too much will slow down the budding. With a moderate pruning, you can trim the wood to the right size for the winter quarters without preventing next year's budding.

You can do this by shortening all overlong shoots above the last fork. An occasional cut into the old wood for a beautiful growth habit does not affect the budding.

When can my angel's trumpet go outside?

Faced with temperatures in the single-digit range, an angel's trumpet does not sprout. If the thermometer reliably exceeds the 12 degree mark day and night, you can clear out your Brugmansia. Under normal weather conditions, the outdoor season for the tropical ornamental plants begins in mid-May.

How do angel trumpets hibernate properly?

Angel trumpets do not tolerate anyone frost. For this reason, the South American ornamental plants are dependent on a frost-free winter quarters. Ideally, your Brugmansia should hibernate in a bright and slightly tempered environment at 10° to 15° Celsius. Because the tropical tree sheds its leaves, there is the option of a dark, cool hibernation at 5° to 10° Celsius.

Pest infestation in the winter quarters torpedoes new growth next year. By paying a weekly inspection visit to your angel's trumpet, you will be able to track down cunning pests in good time. spider mites, aphids and other rabble can be effectively combated in the early stages of infestation with simple home remedies.

When and how often is the angel's trumpet repotted?

Fresh substrate of the best quality is one of the most important prerequisites for rapid budding and splendid growth. annual repot in high-quality potting soil is therefore at the top of the care program. The best time is just before you clear out your angel's trumpet.