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To encourage blooming in a wax plant (Hoya carnosa), allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings, limit fertilization, provide bright indirect sunlight, and introduce mild stress through slight temperature drops or sun-stressing techniques, as these conditions promote flowering.
Deadheading bee balm throughout the summer prolongs its blooming period, keeps the plant neat, and promotes healthier growth by redirecting energy from seed production to new flower buds. It is best to deadhead regularly once flowers fade, using sharp pruning shears, and can also help prevent powdery mildew and unwanted reseeding. The process is simple and can be incorporated into regular garden maintenance for more vibrant and extended blooms.
Researchers from Hiroshima University in Japan are studying the henon bamboo, a species that flowers only once every 120 years, ahead of its expected mass flowering event in 2028. The researchers discovered that many of the flowering specimens did not produce seeds and observed limited asexual reproduction. This raises concerns about the species' ability to regenerate and the potential impact on ecosystems, as bamboo plays a crucial role in preventing soil erosion and landslides. Further research is needed to understand the bamboo's regeneration process and its characteristics in its ancestral homeland, China.