How to grow roses in water to make them bloom
Hydroponic roses are loved for their elegant and clean characteristics, but many rose enthusiasts find that roses grown in water often only produce leaves and not flowers. To make roses bloom in a vase, it is necessary to precisely control key technologies such as temperature regulation, water quality management, and light supplementation. This article will systematically analyze the secrets of hydroponic rose blooming through four core dimensions.
Temperature Regulation: Creating the Best Growing Environment
18-25℃ is the ideal temperature range for hydroponic roses, and the day-night temperature difference should be controlled within 5℃. In summer, when the temperature exceeds 30℃, it is recommended to use double-layer glass bottles to insulate heat, and in winter, a constant temperature pad can be used to maintain water temperature. Sudden temperature changes can cause flower buds to fall off, which can be monitored in real-time with a thermometer.
Water Quality Management: Water Change Cycle and Operating Standards
Seasonal Water Change Strategy
Change water every 14 days in spring and autumn, extend to 20 days in winter, and change every 5-7 days during the high summer temperatures. Retain 1/3 of the original water when changing water to maintain bacterial balance, and use tap water that has been airing for 24 hours to avoid chlorine damage.
Water Change Operation Skills
Slowly pour water at a 45-degree angle to avoid shocking the roots. Regularly clean the inside walls of the container with a soft brush, and trim the decayed roots while changing water to retain healthy white roots and promote nutrient absorption.
Light and Ventilation: Energy Supply System
Ensure 4 hours of scattered light every day, and when using grow lights, set them to illuminate from 8-10 am and 3-5 pm in segments. Keep a distance of 1.5 meters from the window to avoid direct sunlight, and open the windows for ventilation 3 times a week, each for 2 hours to create air circulation.
Nutrition Enhancement: Hydroponic Special Nutrition Plan
Use a hydroponic nutrient solution with a nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium ratio of 1:2:1, adding 3-5 drops with each water change. During the budding stage, add phosphorus acid hydrogen potassium (diluted 500 times) and combine with vitamin B12 solution to promote root development. Avoid using soil-based fertilizers to prevent water pollution.
Through the synergistic effect of the four-dimensional management system of temperature, water quality, light, and nutrition, the blooming rate of hydroponic roses can increase by over 80%. It is recommended to observe the root status with a glass container, move the plant to a shady place after blooming to extend the flowering period, keep a regular maintenance log, and optimize the management plan based on the plant's response to achieve the continuous blooming of roses in water.