Lotus, known as the "fairy in the water", is loved by people for its elegant form and fresh floral fragrance. In recent years, with the pursuit of home environment, lotus cultivation has gradually become a fashion. How to cultivate beautiful lotus? This article will introduce you to the cultivation methods of lotus in detail, allowing you to easily become an expert in lotus cultivation!
Lotus Seed Selection1. Select varieties according to the environment: Choose lotus varieties suitable for your own cultivation environment. Shallow water areas are suitable for cultivating small lotus varieties such as 'Ruby' and 'Snow White'; deep water areas are suitable for cultivating large lotus varieties such as 'Big Red Lantern' and 'Ruby'.
2. Choose healthy plants: When purchasing lotus, choose plants with developed roots, intact leaves, and no diseases and pests.
Lotus Cultivation Method1. Water preparation: Lotus prefers a warm and sunlit environment, with water temperature maintained between 15-30℃. The cultivation water body should have clear water quality and a pH value between 6.5-7.5.
2. Planting time: Spring and autumn are the best seasons for planting lotus. Before planting, disinfect the water body with quicklime or bleaching powder.
3. Planting method: Distribute the roots of the lotus plant evenly at the bottom of the planting pot, then cover with a thin layer of soil. The water depth should be such that the roots of the plant are exposed above the water surface.
4. Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. In the hot summer season, increase watering frequency to keep the soil moist.
5. Fertilization: During the growth period of lotus, apply a compound fertilizer once a month to promote plant growth.
6. Disease and pest control: Regularly inspect the lotus plants. If diseases and pests are found, deal with them in a timely manner. Pesticides can be used for control, but attention should be paid to safe medication.
Lotus Maintenance1. Light: Lotus requires sufficient sunlight with a daily lighting time of no less than 4 hours.
2. Water level: Maintain a stable water level to avoid low or high water levels affecting plant growth.
3. Cleaning: Regularly clean the leaves and roots of the lotus, remove withered leaves and rotten roots, and keep the water body clean.
4. Change water: From time to time, change some of the water to maintain water quality.
Through the introduction above, I believe you have mastered the lotus cultivation method. With careful maintenance, you will definitely be able to cultivate beautiful lotus and add a touch of brightness to your home environment. Maintaining lotus also helps to purify water quality and contribute to the ecological environment. Let's take action together to jointly care for this beautiful "fairy in the water"!