How to Plant Bowl Lotus
The editor brings you an introduction to how to plant bowl lotus, as well as the planting methods and timing for green plants and flowers. The following is a detailed introduction for you.
Bowl lotus can be planted in all seasons, but it is best to plant around Qingming Festival when the water temperature reaches 16℃. Bowl lotus is a small flower, usually cultivated in small containers, with dainty and lovely blooms that also possess the elegance of lotus flowers, making it loved by many. So, what are the planting times and other planting matters? Let's take a closer look.
I. Planting Time
It can be planted in all seasons, but the period around Qingming Festival, when the water temperature is relatively stable, is a better planting period. The water temperature needs to be maintained at around 16℃ to ensure the bowl lotus grows smoothly. Low water temperatures will affect the growth and development of the bowl lotus.
II. Planting Methods
1. Seed Treatment
The shell of bowl lotus seeds is relatively hard, and some treatment is needed before soaking, which is to break the shell before soaking in water. Place the pointed end of the seed downward, and grind the shell on the ground carefully, making sure not to damage the seed inside and there is no need to remove the shell.
2. Soaking to Sprout
Soak the treated seeds in water at a temperature of 20℃~30℃, changing the water three times a day. After a week, new sprouts will grow. Place the sprouted seeds in a sunny area, add water as needed, and once they have grown fine roots and two or three young leaves, they can be planted.
3. Timely Planting
Place the seeds with the roots downward into the soil, adding water to a depth of 5~15 cm to keep the leaves above the water surface.
4. Subsequent Maintenance
Place the bowl lotus in a well-lit area, and when the light is intense, add a shade to protect the lotus from direct sunlight to prevent burning the seedlings. As the bowl lotus grows, increase the water level and apply fertilizer, preferably with decomposed oil residue or soybean cake.
The above is a complete introduction to how to plant bowl lotus, as well as the planting methods and timing, for everyone to learn and understand!