The glossy medlar convinces with its special flowers, which appear between the leaves. They develop in the summer when conditions are right. A number of factors can have a negative effect on the willingness to flower.
The flowers of the medlar are delicate and white
flower description
The photiniae develops numerous individual flowers that crowd together in an inflorescence. The flowers are hermaphroditic and have five petals. They are white in color and are bordered by the five outer sepals, which appear green. The flower size is between five and ten millimeters. The inflorescence appears in a panicle-like form and forms the end of the branches. These umbrella panicles can grow up to ten centimeters wide.
The flowers emit a scent reminiscent of the hawthorn blossom aroma. They produce a sweet nectar that provides food for wild bees and butterflies. The insects are frequent visitors to the flowers in summer when temperatures are warm. They ensure that the flowers are pollinated by their alternating visits.
development of the flowers
The flower buds are formed in the fall before hibernation begins. After the plant develops its leaves the following spring, it uses the sun's energy to continue growing. The flower buds begin to unfold in May. Sufficient nutrients in the substrate are a prerequisite for lush flower development. The flowering period ends in June. Under favorable conditions, the plant flowers until July.
Restricted flowering
Diseases and pests affect the plant. Diseased and weakened shrubs cannot develop their flowers. The buds will dry up and die, causing the plant to stop blooming that year. In addition to the diseases, other factors play a role when the plant stops flowering.
These aspects influence flower development:
- site selection
- care measures
- nutrient supply