Method of potted lotus root

Preliminary preparation

Choose healthy lotus root, soil, water tank and water

Cultivation steps

Add a layer of dead leaves or straw at the bottom of the container, and then add 15 to 20cm thick organic fertilizer and sludge. (if possible, it is better to use pond mud)

Select two lotus nodes with buds as lotus seeds, and the lotus buds can be stained with plant ash to play the role of sterilization and disinfection

Bury the lotus root in the soil for about 2 cm, and then add water to fully soak the basin soil

Maintenance points of potted lotus root

Moisture requirements

Germination and growth period: before the first leaf of lotus root appears, keep 4 to 7cm shallow water to promote lotus root germination

Peak growth period: when the stems and leaves of lotus root grow vigorously, a large number of lotus leaves appear. During this period, the depth of the water layer remains about 12 to 15cm

Lotus root stage: the lotus root no longer grows new leaves, indicating the beginning of lotus root. At this time, the water layer drops to about 4-7cm

Nutrient requirements

After lotus root grows leaves, phosphorus and potassium fertilizer can be applied every half a month to promote growth. During the lotus bud period, potassium phosphate fertilizer or rotten cake water fertilizer should be applied to make the flowers big and full

Light temperature requirements

The suitable growth temperature of lotus is 25-35 degrees Celsius. Ensure at least 6 hours of light every day. Do not put it in the shade for maintenance, otherwise the lotus is easy to grow in vain and difficult to bloom< span>