What kind of fertilizer is good for lily base fertilizer (base fertilizer application method)

Lily base fertilizer selection

Lilies usually need fertilizer when they are just planted, which is called base fertilizer. It can supplement the nutrients needed in the early growth stages. Base fertilizer is generally decomposed organic fertilizer, or some solid fertilizer, such as animal manure, etc. It is strictly forbidden to use raw fertilizer, which can easily cause fertilizer damage.

How to apply base fertilizer to lilies

To apply base fertilizer to lilies, you need to prepare the base fertilizer and soil first, mix them evenly, then fill them into the lily pot, and then put the plants in. Be careful not to use too much base fertilizer, otherwise the plants will not be able to adapt to the new environment easily and their roots will rot easily.

How much base fertilizer should be used for lilies?

One month before planting, the land should be deeply plowed and sufficient base fertilizer should be applied. It is best to apply a mixture of farmyard manure and wood ash. Within a month, these fertilizers can be fully decomposed in the soil into trace elements for lily growth and change the soil structure.

How to apply base fertilizer to lilies

1. Growth period: During the growth period, lilies have a high demand for hydrogen fertilizer. Applying hydrogen fertilizer will not only help the plant grow, but also promote the downward development of the roots. At this time, the applied hydrogen fertilizer is best diluted slightly for easier absorption.

2. Flowering period: When lilies bloom, some nitrogen fertilizer, phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer need to be added to help the lilies promote the blooming of petals, expand the flowering area and prolong the flowering period.