How to plant lotus root seeds

Lotus root seed planting time

Lotus root is more suitable for planting in March and April each year. The most suitable growth temperature for it is between 20-30 degrees. If it is planted below this temperature, its survival rate will be reduced. Therefore, the specific planting time needs to be determined according to the temperature of the day.

Lotus root seed planting method

1. Lotus root seed selection: When planting, you need to use healthy, disease-free, vigorously growing lotus roots with more than or equal to three nodes. It is best to use newly grown ones with relatively green shoots and vigorous growth, so that better young lotus roots can be grown after planting.

2. Lotus root seed processing: After selecting the lotus root seeds, they need to be processed. Some pesticides against lotus root diseases need to be sprayed on them, and then they need to be left for a period of time. They can be planted after the pesticides have fully taken effect. This can prevent diseases that may occur during the growth process.

3. Planting method: When planting lotus roots, be sure to plant them as deeply as possible. The deeper the planting, the more beneficial it is for its growth. There should also be a certain planting spacing when planting, and water should be applied appropriately to keep the soil moist.

Lotus root daily management precautions

When caring for lotus roots, you need to pay attention to the fact that you must add water in an appropriate amount during the seedling stage, and apply top dressing every month. In the early stage, nitrogen fertilizer is mainly used, and in the later stage, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers are mainly used. Do not apply too much fertilizer, otherwise it will affect its growth and development.