Lotus, known as the "gentleman among flowers," has been favored by scholars and literati since ancient times. In our country, the history of ornamental lotus cultivation is long, and it has now become an indispensable landscape plant in many family gardens. How to plant lotus at home and create a beautiful private pond? This article will introduce you to the planting methods of ornamental lotus in detail.
Choosing seeds1. Choose varieties according to use: Ornamental lotus can be divided into flowering type and foliage type. The flowering type is characterized by bright colors and long flowering period, while the foliage type is characterized by beautiful leaves and unique posture. Choose the appropriate variety according to your preference and garden environment.
2. Choose healthy plants: When buying lotus, choose plants without diseases and pests and with vigorous growth. You can refer to authoritative industry reports to understand the growth habits of different varieties.
Planting time1. The best planting time is in spring when the temperature is suitable for the growth of lotus.
2. If you miss the spring, you can also plant in summer or autumn, but you need to pay attention to the temperature and humidity conditions.
Planting methods1. Prepare the pond: Choose a place with plenty of sunshine and good drainage, dig a pond with a depth of 60-80 centimeters, and pave the bottom of the pond with a layer of river sand about 10 centimeters thick, which is beneficial to root growth.
2. Plant processing: Soak the purchased lotus plant in clean water for 24 hours to allow it to absorb water sufficiently.
3. Planting: Place the processed plant in the center of the pond, maintain a plant spacing of about 30 centimeters, and allow the roots to fully extend.
4. Add base fertilizer: During planting, you can apply an appropriate amount of base fertilizer, such as chicken manure or cow dung, to promote the growth of lotus.
Maintenance management1. Watering: Keep the water level of the pond at 20-30 centimeters to avoid affecting the growth of the lotus due to too low or too high water levels.
2. Fertilization: Apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the period of vigorous growth to promote flowering.
3. Weeding: Regularly remove weeds from the pond to avoid affecting the growth of the lotus.
4. Pest and disease control: Observe the growth of the plant and control pests and diseases in a timely manner when found.
Lotus harvesting1. When the lotus is in full bloom, you can pick the flowers in time for viewing or making bouquets.
2. After harvesting the flowers, clean the pond in time to avoid affecting the growth of the lotus.
The cultivation of ornamental lotus is not complicated. As long as you master the correct planting methods and maintenance techniques, you can create a beautiful private pond at home. I hope this article can provide you with help and allow you to easily have your own lotus garden.