How to Cultivate Tulips
A guide to share some knowledge and experience on how to grow tulips and the correct method of hydroponic tulip care. These tips will surely help you, so let's learn together!
Tulips in bloom are very beautiful, and if you want to grow a few bunches of tulips at home, you can use the hydroponic method. With careful attention and good care during the blooming period, tulips can be made to bloom more beautifully and last longer. Below, we will introduce in detail the processes of seed treatment, hydroponics, temperature and lighting, and seedling care.
One, Seed Treatment
The newly purchased tulip seeds cannot be cultivated immediately and need to be disinfected first. Soak the seeds in a solution of 75% benzalkonium chloride diluted 800 times for about half an hour, then proceed with the normal hydroponic method.
Two, Hydroponics
For hydroponic tulip cultivation, there are special culture boxes. Fill the box with water, but not too full, ensuring that the lower half of the bulb is immersed in water. Then place the bulb upright in the culture box, making sure it does not lean to one side.
Three, Temperature and Lighting
Place the culture box in a sunny location and keep the temperature between 8 to 14 degrees Celsius. Generally, within about a week, the bulb will take root and sprout.
Four, Seedling Care
After the bulb takes root and sprouts, it will enter the growth period. It is necessary to change the water regularly, usually every three to four days. When changing the water, discard half of it and then add the appropriate amount of water and a few drops of nutrient solution. When the bulb grows three to four leaves, the flower bud will gradually emerge. At this time, the temperature should be kept at around 17 degrees Celsius, which is conducive to the growth of the flower bud. After the flower bud emerges, it will bloom in about a week. It is recommended to place the tulips in a shady place after they bloom to effectively extend the blooming period.
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