Soilless water lily is a very beautiful aquatic plant, its flowers are rich in color and different flower types, giving people a fresh and natural feeling. The cultivation method of soilless water lilies is relatively simple, and all you need is a suitable water tank and some basic maintenance measures, and you can easily grow beautiful soilless water lilies at home. Below I will introduce in detail the method of water tank cultivation of soilless water lilies.
First of all, we need to choose a suitable water tank to grow soilless water lilies. The size of the water tank can be chosen according to personal preference and actual space, generally speaking, a water tank with a diameter of 40-60 cm and a height of 60-80 cm is more suitable. The tank can be made of ceramic, glass or plastic, but make sure that the tank is well sealed to prevent the water from evaporating too quickly. In addition, it is best to choose a light color for the water tank to observe the changes in water quality.
The cultivation of soilless water lilies requires a special medium, that is, soilless cultivation medium. This medium is made of a mixture of natural materials such as perlite, vermiculite, peat, etc., which has good air permeability and water retention. We can buy ready-made soilless cultivation media online or make our own. The method of making homemade soilless cultivation medium is as follows:
1) Mix perlite, vermiculite, and peat together in a ratio of 3:1:1;
2) Add an appropriate amount of water to make the mixture fully absorb water and expand;
3) Stir well to make all kinds of materials fully mixed;
4) Put the mixed soilless cultivation medium into a plastic bag, seal and store it for later use.
Add enough water to the tank to a depth of at least 2-3 cm higher than the soilless medium. The soilless medium is then spread evenly at the bottom of the tank with a thickness of about 5-10 cm. Next, place the rhizome of the soilless water lily on the soilless cultivation medium so that it is in close contact with the medium. Finally, place the water tank indoors in a well-lit area, away from direct sunlight.
1) Keep the water clean: The growth of soilless water lilies requires clean water quality, so change the water in the tank regularly. In general, it is appropriate to change the water once a week. When changing the water, be careful not to wash away the soilless cultivation medium at the roots.
2) Control the light: Soilless water lilies prefer full sunlight, but avoid direct sunlight. In the summer heat, you can properly block the sun to reduce the water temperature. In the cold winter, ensure adequate sunlight to promote the growth of water lilies.
3) Fertilization: The growth of soilless water lilies requires sufficient nutrients, so it is necessary to fertilize regularly. During the vigorous growth period, special aquatic plant fertilizer can be applied every two weeks. During the flowering period, the frequency and amount of fertilization can be appropriately increased to promote the growth and opening of flowers.
4) Pest control: Soilless water lilies are susceptible to pests and diseases, such as leaf spot, rot, aphids, etc. Once signs of pests and diseases are found, measures should be taken to prevent and control them in time. Biological pesticides or chemical pesticides can be used for spraying, and ventilation and drainage should be strengthened to reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases.
The flowers of soilless water lilies generally begin to bloom in spring and have a longer flowering period that can last until autumn. During the flowering period, the growth of water lilies should be observed regularly and maintenance measures should be adjusted in time. In addition, soilless water lilies also have strong ornamental value and reproductive ability. We can propagate by dividing, cuttings, etc., to increase the number and variety of water lilies.
In short, the water tank breeding method of soilless water lilies is relatively simple, as long as you master the basic skills and maintenance measures, you can easily grow beautiful soilless water lilies at home. Soilless water lilies can not only beautify the environment, but also purify the air, bringing a tranquility and beauty to our lives. I hope that through my introduction, I can help you better understand and breed soilless water lilies.
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