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Choosing the right lotus seeds, preparing the planting container, pre-planting preparations, planting steps, maintenance management, and precautions.Spring is coming, which is the best time to plant lotus flowers. As a type of lotus, the small bowl lotus is loved by many flower enthusiasts for its compact plant, rich flower colors, and easy maintenance. Let's analyze the planting method of small bowl lotus seeds in detail to help you easily grow beautiful lotus flowers at home.
Choosing the right lotus seedsChoosing the right bowl lotus seeds is the key to successful planting. There are many types of bowl lotus seeds sold in the market, including red, white, and yellow lotus seeds. When choosing, you should select seeds that are plump and free from diseases and pests. It's best to purchase from well-known brands or regular channels to ensure the quality of the seeds.
Preparing the planting containerThe planting container for bowl lotus seeds can be various types of flower pots or water tanks with a diameter of 30-40 centimeters, provided with drainage holes at the bottom to prevent waterlogging.
Pre-planting preparations1. Clean the container: Wash and disinfect the container to ensure a clean and hygienic planting environment.
2. Watering: Before planting, pour some clean water into the container to keep the soil moist.
Planting steps1. Sowing: Place the bowl lotus seeds flat at the bottom of the container and cover them with a thin layer of soil about 2-3 centimeters thick.
2. Watering: Gently water the soil to allow the seeds to fully come into contact with the soil.
3. Covering: Cover the surface of the container with a layer of plastic film to keep the soil moist and promote seed germination.
Maintenance management1. Watering: After planting, keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. During the hot summer, you can increase the frequency of watering appropriately.
2. Fertilizing: During the growth of the bowl lotus, apply a compound fertilizer once a month to provide adequate nutrition.
3. Preventing diseases and pests: Regularly observe the plants and deal with diseases and pests promptly, such as by spraying pesticides or cutting off diseased branches.
4. Ventilation: Maintain good ventilation in the planting environment to prevent plant diseases.
Precautions1. Planting time: The best time to plant bowl lotus seeds is in spring, usually in March or April.
2. Water level control: During the growth of bowl lotus seeds, the water level should be kept above the roots of the plant to facilitate breathing.
3. Avoid direct sunlight: During the hot summer, you can shade the plants appropriately to lower their temperature.
By following these steps, you should now have mastered the method of planting bowl lotus seeds. With careful maintenance, you can easily grow beautiful lotus flowers at home. If you have any questions during this process, feel free to consult. Wishing your bowl lotus to grow vigorously and have flourishing flowers!
References:
《Manual of Lotus Planting Techniques》, published by the Chinese Flower Association Lotus Branch in 2019.