Lotus seed planting method and time

Lotus seed planting time

Lotus seeds have no dormant period and can be sown at any time as long as the water temperature is above 16 degrees. Under suitable conditions of temperature, light, water and fertilizer, it takes about 55 days from sowing to flowering in spring and about 70 days in autumn.

Planting lotus seeds in spring

If lotus seeds are planted in spring, you need to wait until the temperature stabilizes at above 18 degrees Celsius before you can soak the lotus seeds. It is best to start soaking the seeds at 20 degrees, which will help increase the germination rate and seedling rate.

Planting lotus seeds in summer

If lotus seeds are planted in summer, they can be soaked before July so that they can bloom and bear fruit normally. The flowering rate will decrease after July, but they can be used for foliage viewing. Using lotus roots for cultivation next year will help increase the flowering rate.

Planting lotus seeds in autumn

Plant lotus seeds in autumn and transplant them half a month after autumn when they enter the peak growth period. If the leaves turn yellow, you can apply a thin nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer. Lotus likes warmth and light, and the maintenance environment should not be too dark. When the outside temperature is below 16 degrees, the growth is slow and it should be moved to a greenhouse.

Planting lotus seeds in winter

When planting lotus seeds in winter, because the temperature drops and the water temperature decreases, they should be transplanted into the greenhouse in autumn.

Lotus seed planting method

Lotus likes relatively stable and calm waters. Its optimal water depth depends on its variety. The water level for large-sized varieties will be deeper, but should not exceed 1.7 meters. The suitable water depth for small and medium-sized varieties is 20 to 60 centimeters. Lotus seeds must be processed before planting, then soaked in water, provided with sufficient light after germination, and transplanted after the leaflets grow long.

1. Seed processing: Lotus seeds are very hard. If you want to soak them, you need to use tools to break them manually. Be careful not to damage the embryo and do not peel them.

2. Soak the seeds to germinate: The water temperature should be between 20-30 degrees, which is very suitable for lotus seeds to germinate. You can soak the lotus seeds in water and place them indoors. Change the water twice a day. They will germinate in about 7 days. After germination, place them in a sunny place and provide sufficient light. Do not lack water. Fine roots and small lotus leaves will grow after half a month, and the root system can be divided into two parts.