How to plant the calla lily bulb
Let me tell you about the experience of planting calla lily bulbs and the green plant maintenance methods, including the planting techniques and timing, as follows:
The calla lily has a large bulbous root at the bottom, similar to the ginger we eat. It is usually planted from autumn, and gradually develops flower buds to bloom around the New Year. The flowering period is very long. When planting calla lily bulbs, it is important to remember to cover them with soil, at least 5 centimeters thick. If it's too thin, the seedlings will be weak.
For calla lilies that have been planted, they will first grow roots. Once the root system is established, they will directly sprout. As soon as they sprout, we need to supplement fertilizer promptly. Since it is a bulbous plant and will bloom after a period of leaf growth, we plant it to admire its flowers. Therefore, it is important to supplement fertilizer promptly after the leaves appear. Choose a fertilizer high in phosphorus and potassium content, with no lack of other elements, such as the No. 2 variety of "Flower More." Apply it 2-3 times a month to ensure sufficient nutrient supply, as the roots continue to grow, and the sprouts will also keep emerging. After a few leaves have grown, flower buds will continuously appear, and the blooming flowers will be very beautiful.
In everyday home care for calla lilies, as soon as they sprout, provide them with sufficient sunlight. If there is not enough light, it is easy for the leaves to grow excessively, with long stems, thin and large leaves, and lighter color, which will affect the appearance of the flowers later on. Therefore, calla lilies must be placed in a well-lit area, with the temperature maintained around 10 degrees Celsius to ensure rapid growth, preferably around 15 degrees. How should we water them? Generally, when the potting soil is dry to a depth of about 5-6 centimeters, which is almost half, we can water it directly. If you are unsure, insert a bamboo skewer halfway into the potting soil. When the skewer is dry, water it directly.
If the indoor lighting conditions are really poor, we can use a dwarfing agent every two weeks to achieve a dwarfing effect and make it bloom earlier. For these root plants with bulbs, maintenance is very simple. Just prepare well-draining soil, ensure proper watering frequency, and supplement with a high-phosphorus and potassium fertilizer regularly. Then place it in the sunlight, and it will grow leaves directly. After a while, flower buds will appear and bloom. Moreover, the flowering period of calla lilies is very long, making them suitable for indoor cultivation. Those who like them can quickly get one and learn how to care for it.
The above is a complete introduction to how to plant calla lily bulbs and the planting methods and timing. I hope it can be helpful to you. Don't forget to check out more flower care experience and knowledge!