Seed selection and purchase, planting and placing, watering and fertilizing, light and temperature, pest control, pruning and changing pots of lilies, with their elegant posture and pure meaning, have always been a popular choice for home cultivation. Potted lilies are not only beautiful, but also The maintenance is relatively simple and suitable for beginners. This article will introduce you in detail the cultivation methods of potted lilies and help you easily grow beautiful lilies. Seed selection and purchase 1. Select varieties: When purchasing potted lily, you must first select the appropriate variety according to your personal preferences and breeding environment. Currently, the common potted lily varieties on the market include perfume lily, large flower lily, small lily, etc.
2. Pay attention to the purchase time: Spring is the best time to buy lilies. At this time, lilies are in a period of vigorous growth and make it easier to adapt to the new environment. Planting and placing 1. Choose the right flower pot: The flower pot of potted lily should be made of materials with good air permeability and good drainage, such as ceramics, purple sand, etc.
2. Soil selection: Lilies do not have strict requirements on soil, but sandy soil with loose, breathable and good drainage is appropriate.
3. Planting method: Put the lily bulb into a pot, cover it with soil to the top of the bulb, and pour it through with water.
4. Location: Place potted lilies in a place with sufficient sunshine and good ventilation to avoid direct sunlight. Watering and fertilization 1. Watering: Lilies prefer a humid environment, but avoid standing water. When watering, keep the soil moist, but not too wet to avoid root rot.
2. Fertilization: During lily growth, compound fertilizers are applied every 15 days to promote their growth. Light and temperature 1. Light: Lilies like sunshine, but they should not be exposed directly for a long time. During the high temperature in summer, they can be appropriately shaded.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for lily growth is 15-25℃. When the winter temperature is lower than 5℃, potted plants should be moved indoors for maintenance. Pest and insect pest control 1. Powdery mildew: When white powder is found on the leaves, spray it with fungicide in time.
2. Aphids: When aphids are found, they can be controlled with soapy water or pesticides. Trim and pot change 1. Trim: After the flowering period of lilies ends, trim the remaining flowers in time to promote plant growth.
2. Changing pots: Every spring or autumn, the pot change operation is carried out according to the growth of the plants.
Although potted lily cultivation is simple, you need to pay attention to the above aspects. As long as you care carefully, you believe that your lilies will produce beautiful flowers. During this process, you can also refer to some authoritative industry reports, such as "China Flower Market Report", etc., to gain more professional maintenance knowledge, let us enjoy the good times brought by potted lilies together!