1、 How many years

Ginger lotus is a perennial plant. However, after the flower withers every year, the aboveground part of the plant will gradually wither, while the bulb will turn into dormancy. It needs to be removed from the pot and planted the next year, so it can grow for many years

2、 How to maintain

1. Soil: ginger lotus has strong adaptability to soil. It can be planted as long as it is not sticky soil. However, the sandy soil with deep soil and good drainage is more conducive to its growth. A little organic matter can also be added as base fertilizer to provide sufficient nutrients

2. Light: ginger and lotus should not be exposed to strong light. Especially in the germination period and before the flower stem grows, it needs proper shading. But by August, when the plants grow luxuriantly, they can accept direct sunlight

3. Watering: sufficient water is needed before ginger lotus sprouts, and the soil must be wet for a long time, otherwise it will affect the germination and delay the flowering period. In the middle stage of growth, water should also be sufficient, but there should be no ponding, otherwise it is easy to infect bacteria

4. Fertilization: ginger and lotus need a lot of fertilizer after entering the growth period. Topdressing should be carried out every 20 days. It is better to choose compound fertilizer with balanced nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, which is more helpful to its growth