The lotus flower is one of the symbols of traditional Chinese culture, implying purity and elegance. Potted lotus plants can not only decorate the home environment, but also bring peace of mind to people. So how can you easily create a beautiful lotus potted plant?This article will share some practical tips and methods for you.
There are many varieties of lotus flowers, including single petals, double petals, and semi-double petals. When planting lotus potted plants, you should choose the right variety according to your preferences and maintenance conditions. Generally speaking, the single-petaled lotus flower is more cold-tolerant and suitable for planting in northern regions;The double-petaled lotus is more heat-tolerant and suitable for planting in the southern region. In addition, there are various options for the color of the lotus flower, such as red, pink, white, etc., which can be picked according to one's preference.
Lotus flowers like to grow in larger bodies of water, so when planting lotus pots, you need to choose a container that is large enough. In general, containers with a diameter of 40-50 cm and a depth of 30-40 cm are more suitable. The material of the container can be ceramic, plastic or cement, but make sure that there are drainage holes at the bottom of the container to avoid water retention and rot of the lotus roots.
Lotus flowers need sufficient nutrients to grow, so when planting lotus pots, you need to prepare a fertile substrate. You can choose well-rotted garden soil, river sand, humus soil, etc. as the substrate, and mix it evenly according to the ratio of 3:1:1. In addition, an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer, such as well-rotted cow manure, chicken manure, etc., can also be added to the substrate to increase the nutrient content.
After preparing the container and substrate, it is time to start planting the lotus. First, fill the container with the matrix, leaving some space. Then, bury the lotus seeds or rhizomes into the substrate with the bud tips facing up. Next, cover the lotus seeds or rhizomes with a substrate about 1-2 cm thick. Finally, keep the water clean by adding the water in the container to a depth of 2-3 cm.
After planting lotus flowers, they also need to be properly maintained. Here are some suggestions:
1) Light: Lotus loves full sunlight and needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight every day. Therefore, when planting lotus pots, you should choose a sunny place to place them.
2) Moisture: Lotus flowers need sufficient water to grow, so keep the water level in the container stable. During the vigorous growth period of lotus flowers, the water level can be increased appropriately to keep the leaves moist. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the water quality, and if the water quality is found to be poor, the clean water should be replaced in time.
3) Fertilization: Lotus flowers need sufficient nutrients to grow, so fertilizer should be applied regularly. In the vigorous growth period of lotus, you can apply well-rotted organic fertilizers every half a month, such as well-rotted cow manure, chicken manure, etc. During the flowering and fruit ripening period, some phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can also be applied appropriately to promote the growth of flowers and fruits.
4) Pest control: Lotus potted plants are susceptible to pests and diseases, such as aphids, red spiders, rot diseases, etc. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly check the growth status of lotus flowers, and once pests and diseases are found, measures should be taken in time. Plants can be sprayed with biopesticides or household soapy water to eliminate pests. At the same time, it is necessary to keep the room clean and ventilated to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases.
After a period of maintenance, the lotus potted plants will bloom one after another. At this time, you can enjoy the beauty of the lotus flowers. The flower language of lotus is "clean and elegant", and placing a pot of lotus potted plants at home can not only decorate the home environment, but also bring peace of mind to people.
In short, through the introduction of the above six aspects, I believe you have mastered the method of creating a beautiful lotus potted plant easily. As long as you take care of it, your lotus potted plants will definitely bloom and bring more beauty to your life.