How can lotus flowers bloom
Today, I will introduce to you how lotus flowers can bloom and the precautions for planting lotus flowers in terms of green plant maintenance. Next, let me tell you about it.
Summer is coming, and if we talk about the representative flower of summer, many people will probably respond first—lotus! Lotus flowers are very popular, but they require certain conditions to grow. Today, I will tell you how to plant lotus flowers, so that we can enjoy them at home!
1. Seed Treatment
The seeds of lotus flowers are hidden in the lotus pod. We usually call the seeds of lotus flowers "莲子" (lianzi). The seeds are tightly wrapped in the pod, and we need to extract the seeds ourselves instead of waiting for them to fall off naturally.
After digging out the seeds, we cannot plant them directly into the soil. The seed coat is relatively hard, so before planting, we need to rub the prominent part of the莲子 on the floor to create an opening, which will help the seed break through the seed coat and germinate.
After rubbing, we soak the seeds in clean water to promote germination. It is necessary to change the water frequently. After about a week, the lotus seeds will germinate, and then we can plant the seeds.
2. Sowing
Before sowing lotus seeds, we need to prepare the soil matrix. As we all know, lotus flowers grow out of muddy water without being stained, so the soil matrix for lotus growth should naturally be pond mud. Dilute the pond mud slightly and stir it into a paste, then you can bury the germinated seeds. After burying them, make sure to keep the pond mud moist and do not let it dry out.
How can lotus flowers bloom
3. Choosing a Pot and Adding Water
There are high requirements for containers when planting lotus flowers. Choose the size of the container according to the size of the lotus flowers we are planting. If we are planting a large water lily, we need to choose a large-diameter ceramic or plastic pot. If we are planting a small lotus, like a bowl lotus, we can use a smaller container.
When the lotus has grown three leaves, we can add water. Do not add too much water, just enough to reach under the leaves, allowing them to float on the water surface. As the lotus grows, we can gradually increase the water level until the lotus reaches a certain height and becomes a "clear water beauty."