Planting method

Select excellent varieties

It is best to choose Manjianghong, fairy and table lotus, which have strong ornamental varieties. These varieties have small plant type, more flowers and colorful flowers, which have been compared with cultivation. If planted with seed lotus root, the lotus root with no damage, good growth and complete neck bud should be selected

Select container

The selection of flowerpots is very particular. Usually, flowerpots with a diameter of 30 to 60 cm and a height of no more than 50 cm are selected

Soil requirements

The best soil for planting lotus is humus rich soil, usually lake mud. It can also be prepared by mixing garden soil, loess and sandy soil in the proportion of 4:3:3. Never use sewage sludge

Flexible planting time

Due to China's vast territory, there is a great gap between the north and South latitudes. Therefore, the planting time must also be adjusted to local conditions. Near the Yangtze River Basin, planting before and after the Qingming Festival is the most suitable. When it is in the north with higher latitude, it should be postponed to late April and can be cultivated when the temperature rises to about 15 degrees

Cultivation method

Place the Seed Lotus Root horizontally or the top is inclined downward at an angle of 20 degrees to 50 degrees. Bury the seed lotus root into the soil along the inner wall of the container. Pay attention to expose the tail end out of the mud. Only one seed lotus root can be placed in a flower pot

Watering

In the early stage of lotus growth, it is not suitable to water too much, just keep the water depth of 3 ~ 5cm. With the rising temperature, after the lotus leaves the water, the water depth can be kept at 16 cm. In winter, after the lotus enters the dormancy period, it can keep shallow water without adding water often. Don't underestimate the link of management. It depends on whether the lotus grows well or not