What is the planting method for bowl lotus seeds?
This article focuses on the planting method for bowl lotus seeds and related experiences in cultivating bowl lotus flowers. Next, let's introduce some details.
Bowl lotus is a type of lotus, belonging to the medium and small sizes of lotuses, and is distributed throughout various regions of China, with the bowl lotus in Jiangsu Province being the most famous. Bowl lotus flowers have a fragrant aroma, large and bright colors, and have won the love of many people. Bowl lotus prefers abundant sunlight and grows optimally at temperatures of 20℃-30℃. When the temperature drops below 15℃, the plant enters a dormant state, and its growth rate slows down. It prefers still water rich in organic matter. Let's understand the planting method of bowl lotus seeds in terms of planting time, seed treatment, germination methods, and autumn and winter management.
1. Planting Time
Bowl lotus seeds do not have a dormancy period, so as long as the water temperature remains above 16℃,播种 can be carried out all year round. Under suitable conditions of temperature, sunlight, and water, it takes about 50-60 days from sowing to flowering in spring and about 60-80 days in autumn.
2. Seed Treatment
The shell of bowl lotus seeds is relatively hard, and it needs to be manually broken before planting. Grind the end with a small depression on the cement ground or use pliers to break it open. Care should be taken when breaking it open to avoid damaging the embryo.
3. Germination Method
Water temperatures between 20℃-30℃ are suitable for bowl lotus seed germination. Fill water according to the size of the seeds, ensuring the water can completely submerge the seeds. Place the container with bowl lotus seeds indoors or outdoors, and change the water three times a day. It will germinate in about a week. After germination, place it in a sunny area and control the sunlight.
4. Autumn and Winter Management
Bowl lotus is delicate and prone to damage from low temperatures. During winter care, it is important to maintain the temperature between 0℃-5℃. Winter is the dormant period for bowl lotus, and deepening the water level can ensure the bowl lotus survives the winter. It can be replanted during Qingming the following year.
The detailed explanation of the bowl lotus seed planting method and tips for cultivating bowl lotus shared above is for reference and suggestion only.