The old blossoms should be cut off before they go to seed, which takes energy away from next year's growth and flower production.
As if compensating for the extra energy put into flower production, the leaves spread at a much slower rate than those on the species plant.
It has also been demonstrated that fire increases the plant's flower production.
Incidental light at night during this time will hamper flower production.
Hybrid teas and grandifloras should be cut back to 10 to 12 inches for best flower production.
If the soil is not adequate, then supplements of fertilizer each spring will be vital for good flower production.
Vegetable and flower production account for about 97% of the total value, being $264 million in 2003.
Passionflowers need abundant light, and sun is the crucial ingredient in flower production.
Garlic farmers chop them off to discourage the plants from concentrating on flower production.
Loses of 25% of flower production or more have been widely observed and reported.