How to Cultivate Tulips
This article introduces the experience of cultivating tulips and the knowledge of caring for hydroponic tulips in the aspect of green plant maintenance. Detailed introduction is as follows.
Tulips are very beautiful when they bloom. If you want to cultivate several 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 the flowering period can be extended. We will introduce in detail from seed treatment, hydroponics, temperature and lighting, and seedling care.
1. Seed Treatment
The tulip seeds you just bought cannot be cultivated immediately. They 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 normal hydroponics.
2. 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.
3. Temperature and Lighting
Place the hydroponic box in a sunny location and keep the temperature between 8 to 14 degrees Celsius. Generally, after about a week, the bulb can take root and sprout.
4. Seedling Care
After the bulb takes root and sprouts, it will enter the growth period. At this time, you need to change the water regularly, usually every three to four days. When changing the water, pour out half of it and then add an 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 point, the temperature needs to be kept around 17 degrees Celsius, which is beneficial for 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 blooming to effectively extend the flowering period.
This article shares a comprehensive method of how to cultivate tulips and care for hydroponic tulips, hoping to solve your problems with green plants.