as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
the floruit of Greek art and literature in the fifth century b.c.
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Woody plants that bloom on old wood should not be cut back in the fall.—
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
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Once the old blooms are removed, place the plant in a warm, bright location and water it regularly throughout the spring and summer.—
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Fertilizer These plants benefit from a gentle houseplant fertilizer during active growth or blooming.—
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Repotting is a necessary step in its care to encourage healthy growth and regular blooming.—
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Plant diseases and pests can be spread by reusing dirty flower pots.—
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Pale pink flower clusters that appear on the light green foliage in summer, slightly earlier than other sedum varieties.—
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“Floruit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floruit. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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