The lotus, the water fairy that emerges from the mud and is not stained, has won people's love for its elegant and pure quality since ancient times. However, in order to successfully grow lotus flowers in your home or yard and enjoy her graceful beauty, you need to have a comprehensive understanding of the growth habits and maintenance methods of lotus flowers. Next, let's walk into the world of lotus flowers and explore the mystery of her growth and maintenance.
First, the choice of flower soil: lay the foundation for growth
The lotus flower has special soil requirements, and she prefers fertile and sticky soil. Such soil not only provides sufficient nutrients for the lotus, but also helps her to hold her roots in place and prevent lodging. To breed lotus flowers at home, we can directly use pond mud, which is the most natural environment for lotus flowers. If there is no condition to obtain pond mud, you can also use garden soil and river sand soil to mix with water to make a thin mud. When potting, don't forget to give the base fertilizer to lay a solid foundation for the growth of lotus flowers.
2. Sufficient light: illuminate the road to growth
The lotus flower is a masculine plant, and its growth is inseparable from sufficient light. Generally speaking, lotus flowers need to receive no less than 8 hours of light every day to ensure that they can photosynthesize normally and accumulate nutrients. In summer, when the sun is strong, you can properly shade the lotus flowers to prevent the leaves from being burned. If the lotus flower does not receive sufficient light for a long time, her flowering period will become shorter or even unable to bloom. Therefore, when growing lotus flowers at home, be sure to choose a location with plenty of light.
3. ScienceFertilization: Helping the wings of growth
Lotus likes fertilizer, but too much fertilizer will burn her, so we must follow the principle of "thin fertilizer and diligent application". During the growth period of lotus flowers, phosphorus and potassium fertilizer or cake fertilizer need to be applied once a month to provide her with sufficient nutrients. Summer is the flowering period of the lotus, and the amount of fertilizer should be increased appropriately at this time to meet her flowering needs. In winter, the lotus flowers enter the dormant period, which can reduce the number of fertilization, but still need to keep the potting soil slightly moist. Remember to avoid sprinkling fertilizer directly on the leaves when applying fertilizer to avoid burning the leaves.
4. Reasonable watering: the source of moisturizing growth
The lotus flower is an aquatic plant, and its growth is inseparable from water. During the growing season, the potting soil needs to be kept moist and the leaves need to be sprayed with water frequently to increase the humidity of the air. This preserves the green and lustrous nature of the lotus leaves. In winter, the lotus flowers enter the dormant period, which can reduce the number of waterings, but still need to keep the potting soil slightly moist. When watering, avoid pouring water directly on the flowers to avoid causing rot. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the choice of water quality, and it is best to use non-polluted river water or rainwater.
5. Pest control: the shield of protection
Lotus flowers may encounter some pest and disease problems during their growth, such as rot disease, aphids, etc. These pests and diseases not only affect the growth of the lotus flower, but also reduce its ornamental value. In order to control pests and diseases, we need to ensure that the environment is ventilated and ventilated, and avoid high temperature and humidity environments. At the same time, fungicides such as carbendazim can be sprayed regularly for prevention and control. Once signs of pests and diseases are detected, timely measures should be taken** to prevent the condition from worsening.
6. Overwintering management: warm the heart of growth
Lotus flowers are less hardy and need to overwinter indoors at temperatures above 10 degrees. During overwintering, it is necessary to keep the potting soil slightly moist and stop fertilizing. At the same time, it is necessary to avoid direct cold wind blowing and sudden temperature drops, so as not to cause frost damage to the lotus. In northern regions, insulation facilities such as greenhouses or plastic sheds can be used to help lotus flowers safely overwinter.
7. Growth Cycle: Witness the Journey of Life
The growth cycle of lotus flowers is generally 1 year, but in special cases, its growth cycle may vary. During the growth period of one year, lotus flowers go through the process of budding and leaf-spreading, flowering and fruiting, lotus root growth and dormancy. Each stage has its own unique charm and maintenance points. Only when we observe and experience with our hearts can we truly feel the wonder and greatness of lotus life.
To sum up, the maintenance of lotus is not complicated, the key is to master her growth habits and maintenance points. As long as we care and care with our hearts, we will definitely make the lotus bloom her most beautiful smile in the home or courtyard.