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When do I start watering and fertilizing my clivia?

Steppy
11 years ago

I have this stubborn clivia I grew from a tiny, abused little slip, that has never bloomed in over 10 years. Yes, it is large enough. Yes, it is root bound. The first few years were my fault. I did not know it could be left outside in the cold and shouldn't be watered, however, now I've been doing it right for two years and still no blooms. Year before last I blamed it on too much winter rain. Last year because it had to be moved from zone 8b to zone 10a in January and suffered from shock. Well, it's been here in the same place for an entire year now, no water other than rainwater and no fertilizer since summer. I'm determined to see this thing bloom, or I swear, it's gone. No more excuses. It has 5 heads now, three that SHOULD be blooming. I'm sick of making excuses for it.

So when do I start watering and what is the best fertilizer and the best fertilization schedule? I appreciate your help.

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