Choosing suitable potted lotus varieties to prepare breeding containers and soil planting techniques Daily maintenance precautions As people's pursuit of quality of life continues to improve, home gardening has gradually become a fashion. Among many aquatic plants, potted lotus has become a new favorite of many gardening enthusiasts with its elegant temperament and unique ornamental value. Let's analyze the cultivation methods of potted lotus in detail to help you easily raise beautiful potted lotus at home. Choosing the right potted lotus variety Choosing the right potted lotus variety is the key to successful breeding. Currently, the common potted lotus varieties on the market include Honglian, Bailian, Huanglian, etc. Red lotus is brightly colored, white lotus is elegant and refined, and yellow lotus gives people a kind of warm feeling and choose the right variety according to personal preferences and breeding environment. When preparing breeding containers and soil, ceramic or plastic pots with good air permeability and good drainage should be selected. In terms of soil, acidic soil rich in organic matter should be used for potted lotus, such as peat soil, legular soil, etc., in the soil. A suitable amount of perlite or river sand can be added to improve the breathability and drainage of the soil. Planting skills 1. Time: Spring is the best period for planting potted lotus. The temperature at this time is suitable, which is conducive to the growth of lotus roots.
2. Planting depth: Put the lotus root into a pot so that the tip of the lotus root is about 2-3 centimeters above the soil surface to avoid affecting the growth of the lotus leaf.
3. Planting spacing: The planting spacing of potted lotus should be determined according to the size of the pot, and the spacing between lotus roots should be generally 15-20 cm. Daily maintenance 1. Watering: Pot lotus likes a humid environment, but avoid waterlogging. Watering should keep the soil moist, but no water should be accumulated. When it is high in summer, the number of watering can be increased appropriately.
2. Fertilization: During the growth of potted lotus, fertilizer is applied every 20-30 days. The fertilizer is mainly decomposed organic fertilizer, such as chicken manure, cow dung, etc. After fertilization, water must be promptly watered to prevent fertilizer damage.
3. Lighting: Pointless lotus likes to light, but it is not advisable to direct sunlight directly. Place it in a place with sufficient scattered light, such as a balcony, window sill, etc.
4. Pest and pest control: Common pests and diseases in potted lotus include aphids, leaf spot diseases, etc. When pests and diseases are discovered, timely measures must be taken, such as spraying pesticides and removing diseased leaves. Notes 1. During the growth of potted lotus, pay attention to pruning dead and sick leaves in a timely manner to keep the plants clean.
2. Every autumn, potted lotus can be moved indoors to overwinter, and the temperature should be kept at 5-10℃.
3. To breed new potted lotus, you can divide the mature lotus root into several sections, each section with a lotus node, and replant it.
Although pot lotus cultivation may seem complicated, as long as you master the breeding methods, I believe you can also raise beautiful pot lotus at home. Let us enjoy the freshness and elegance brought by pot lotus together!