How to care for a young leaf of Nymphaea lotus
Today, let's introduce the topic of caring for a young leaf of Nymphaea lotus and the precautions for its cultivation, details are as follows:
Soil and water quality: The bottom of the pot should be covered with a layer of river soil and then filled with water. The water quality should be clean, and it can be appropriately watered by rain, and the soil should be replaced every year.
Adequate lighting: It should be maintained in a location with sufficient light, and shading is required during the high light intensity of summer.
Supplement nutrients: Apply a base fertilizer when potting, and liquid fertilizer or foliar fertilizer can be chosen to supplement nutrients during the growing period.
Appropriate temperature: The suitable temperature for maintenance is between 20-35℃, the temperature in winter should not be lower than 15℃, and in summer it should not exceed 40℃.
I. Soil and water quality
Nymphaea lotus is an aquatic plant, but its rhizome still needs soil for anchoring. Therefore, when potting, it is necessary to cover the bottom of the pot with an appropriate layer of river soil and then fill it with water. During daily maintenance, attention should be paid to the cleanliness of the water quality, and it can be placed outdoors to be watered by rain, which can act as water replacement. As the stolon grows, it can form new individual plants, so every spring, the soil should be replaced and the newly grown parts should be replanted.
II. Adequate lighting
Nymphaea lotus prefers to grow in environments with sufficient light. Sufficient lighting should be ensured during its growing period. It can be placed in locations with sufficient lighting such as a windowsill, balcony, living room, or outdoors. During the high temperature and strong light of summer, temporary shading is required, such as placing it in a shaded area outdoors or moving it to the windowsill indoors.
III. Supplement nutrients
The nutrients available in the soil for Nymphaea lotus are few. In addition to adding a certain amount of base fertilizer when potting, it should also be fertilized regularly during the growing period. Fertilization mainly consists of liquid fertilizer or foliar fertilizer. When applying liquid fertilizer, attention should be paid to the dosage, and it can be directly dripped into the water. Alternatively, compound fertilizer granules can be sprinkled in the water to slowly dissolve and decompose.
IV. Appropriate temperature
The suitable temperature for its growth is between 20-35℃. Summer and winter are not conducive to its growth because it will be restricted and may stop growing or not bloom when exposed to temperatures below 15℃ and above 40℃ for a long time. During the high-temperature period of summer, shading should be provided to reduce the temperature, or it can be moved indoors. In winter, to prevent frostbite, maintain a higher water level or move it directly to a cool room.
The above introduction on how to care for a young leaf of Nymphaea lotus and the precautions for its cultivation, hoping to bring some knowledge of flowers to green plant enthusiasts.