Water and aspirin: a surprising but popular method
Another tip often mentioned by natural gardening enthusiasts is a solution of water and aspirin. This method uses salicylic acid, a substance found naturally in some plants and said to help strengthen their resistance.
Simply crush a tablet in lukewarm water and then spray it lightly onto the leaves. Be careful not to get the flowers wet. This method should be used sporadically, as a one-time aid, and not as a regular treatment.
The simple gesture that prolongs flowering
An often overlooked practice is to regularly remove faded flowers. This allows the plant to focus its energy on forming new flower buds.
It is also beneficial to pinch back stems that are too long. This promotes more compact growth and stimulates denser and more even flowering.
