How to Plant Red Spider Lily
The red spider lily, as a perennial herbaceous plant of the Amaryllidaceae family, is favored by horticulture enthusiasts for its brilliant red flowers and unique characteristic of not seeing its leaves. Mastering the scientific planting method of the red spider lily can not only improve the survival rate but also allow this mysterious flower to burst forth with more vibrant vitality. This article will systematically analyze the complete planting process of the red spider lily from cultivation time to maintenance skills.
Four Core Steps of Red Spider Lily Cultivation
1. Choosing the Best Planting Time
The planting time of the red spider lily directly affects the development of the bulbs:- Prime Time: March-April / September-October, with a stable temperature of 18-25℃- Summer Dormancy: Keep the substrate slightly moist when planting from June to August- Northern Regions: It is recommended to transplant after germination in early spring greenhouse- Southern Regions: Autumn planting can extend the growing period by 2-3 weeks
2. Professional Soil Formula
The soil preparation for the red spider lily needs to meet three elements:- Basic Formula: Decomposed leaf soil + River sand + Perlite (5:3:2)- pH Adjustment: Regularly water with a 1‰ ferrous sulfate solution- Drainage Optimization: Place a 3cm layer of ceramsite at the bottom of the pot- Nutrient Supplement: Mix in bone meal (50g/pot) as a base fertilizer
3. Standardized Planting Process
Key points for bulb treatment and sowing:① Disinfection Treatment: Soak in a 500x solution of carbendazim for 20 minutes② Planting Depth: Keep 1/3 of the bulb top above the soil surface③ Spacing Control: Plant 3-5 bulbs in a 15cm diameter pot④ Orientation Placement: Place the bulb's convex side towards the edge of the pot
4. Full Cycle Maintenance Strategy
• Water Management: Keep moist during the germination stage, reduce watering during flowering• Light Control: Full sun in spring and autumn, 50% shade in summer• Temperature Control: Maintain a minimum temperature of 5℃ during winter• Fertilization Plan: Apply phosphorus-potassium liquid fertilizer every half month during the growing period
By mastering the key points of the red spider lily planting method, combined with scientific cultivation time selection and maintenance management, even beginners can successfully cultivate high-quality red spider lilies with a flower diameter of up to 15cm. It is recommended to divide the bulbs promptly after flowering each year to maintain bulb vitality, and after 3-5 years, a spectacular flower cluster landscape can be formed.