Abstract: Have you ever thought that you can grow beautiful lotus flowers on your balcony at home? That's right, it's the kind of small and exquisite bowl lotus with delicate petals! Today, I will come to reveal to you how to plant lotus seeds so that you can easily have your own lotus pond moonlight at home. 1. Seed selection...
Have you ever thought that you can grow beautiful lotus flowers on your balcony at home? That's right, it's the kind of small and exquisite bowl lotus with delicate petals! Today, I will come to reveal to you how to plant lotus seeds so that you can easily have your own lotus pond moonlight at home. 1. Seed selection, only with a "heart" can there be a "flower"!
First of all, you have to pick a good seed. Although the lotus seeds are small, they are treasures that breed life. There are many varieties of bowl lotus seeds sold on the market, such as 'baby lotus' and 'mini red bowl lotus', each with its own characteristics. Remember to choose plump seeds that are free from pests and diseases, so that the lotus will be healthy and beautiful. 2. Breaking the shell to awaken the sleeping seeds.
The shells of lotus seeds are hard. If you want them to germinate, you must break the shells first. You can gently polish one end of the seed with sandpaper, or carefully cut the skin with a knife. Be careful when breaking the shell and don't hurt the germ inside. The seeds after their shells are like sleeping beauties, waiting for you to wake them up. 3. Soak and accelerate germination, so that the seeds can "drink enough water"
The seeds after breaking the shell need to be soaked in warm water to allow them to drink enough water. Control the water temperature between 25-30℃, change the water once a day, and keep the water clean. Generally, after a few days, you can see the seeds begin to germinate and the root system. 4. Sowing skills, let the seeds "settle down". After the seeds germinate, they can be sown. Choose a container of moderate depth, such as a bowl, basin, or special lotus basin, that does not require holes in the bottom. The soil should be made of peat soil or river mud suitable for the growth of aquatic plants and filled to half the height of the container. Lay the germinated seeds on the soil surface and gently press them into the soil, taking care not to bury them too deeply. 5. Maintenance and management to make the lotus grow vigorously 1. Water management: Keep the soil moist but do not accumulate water. As the seedlings grow, gradually increase the amount of water until the water surface just covers the basin soil.
2. Lighting conditions: Place the lotus in a sunny place and require at least 6 hours of direct sunlight every day.
3. Temperature control: Maintaining the ambient temperature between 20-30℃ is conducive to seed germination and seedling growth.
4. Fertilization: When the seedlings have grown two true leaves, you can start applying diluted liquid fertilizer every two weeks.
5. Transfer pot and colonization: When the seedlings are growing steadily and have three to four leaves, consider transferring pot or transplanting them into a larger container.
6. Daily care: Regularly check the status of the plants and take timely measures when signs of pests and diseases are found. Pruning withered or too long leaves at the right time will help keep the plant growing healthily. 6. Precautions to let the lotus grow healthily 1. Avoid drought: The lotus likes the sun, but it needs to be properly shaded when it is hot in summer; sufficient water supply should be ensured during the growing period to avoid drought.
2. Prevention and control of pests and diseases: Regularly check the cleanliness of water quality to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases.
3. Winter insulation: Pay attention to insulation in winter to avoid damage to the plants caused by too low temperature.
4. Patience: It takes about 60-90 days from sowing to flowering, depending on the variety and maintenance conditions. 7. Harvest the joy and enjoy the moonlight in the lotus pond. After a period of careful care, your lotus bowl finally blooms! That beautiful flower seems to tell you the joy of growth. At this time, you might as well sit on the balcony, sip a cup of fragrant tea, enjoy the moonlight in the lotus pond, and feel the beauty of nature.
Planting lotus flowers is not only a pleasure, but also an attitude towards life. Let us work together to protect these beautiful lives with love and patience and let them bloom in our lives!