How to grow Lychnos

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: Lycoris radiata prefers a warm growing environment and can grow normally between 15 and 35 degrees. At the same time, it needs to be kept warm in winter and not too cold to prevent frostbite. If the temperature exceeds 35 degrees, growth may slow down.

2. Watering: Lycoris has a high demand for water, and the soil must be kept moist so that it can branch normally. The number of flower buds will also increase as a result. During the growth period, it is necessary to ensure that it is watered three to six times a month. You can reduce the frequency in winter, but make sure to get enough water in summer. At the same time, the moisture in the air must meet the standards, and water mist can be sprayed.

3. Light: Sufficient and warm sunlight will make the flowers more vivid and redder. If there is not enough light, not only will the flower color not be as beautiful as expected, but the size of the flower will also change. The strong light in summer can be reduced appropriately and the plants can be moved indoors for cultivation. They must receive full sunlight in other seasons.

4. Fertilization: There is no requirement for fertilizer. It can grow normally without fertilization. If there are conditions to fertilize, do not apply too much fertilizer, otherwise it will grow too tall or grow poorly. At the same time, reduce the application of nitrogen fertilizer during the flowering period. If too much nitrogen fertilizer is consumed, flowers will fall off.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: Sowing and division are the main methods. Sowing can be done in spring and autumn. It will germinate in about ten days. It can be transplanted when it grows five leaves. If you want to divide the plant, you need to choose two-year-old or three-year-old plants. After division, keep the environment cool, so that the survival rate will be higher. Also, be careful not to break the young branches during the division process.

2. Pruning: In order to extend the flowering period, some withered flowers need to be pruned. At the same time, pinching is also necessary. When it grows to about 20 centimeters, it needs to be pinched to control the height well to prevent it from falling over later.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: Leaf spot disease will affect the ornamental value. Once discovered, it must be controlled in time.

2. Pests: Aphids will occur, and you can spray DDT solution to prevent them.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: It is non-toxic and can absorb harmful gases in the air.

2. Can it be kept at home: Yes, it can be used to decorate the home. Cultivate sentiment and increase vitality.