Foliage Growth No Blooms

What does it mean when the foliage only grows and the flower does not bloom?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 04/30/2014 @ 8:22 pm

Oftentimes, this is an indication that the plant is receiving too much nitrogen and not enough phosphorus. Nitrogen is responsible for the lush, green growth on plants while phosphorus is responsible for flowering and fruiting. Try giving the plant a higher phosphorus fertilizer or add bone meal to the soil. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/phosphorus-plant-growth.htm ^[1]

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