How to grow the lotus

1. Breeding methods

1. Temperature: It likes to grow in a high temperature and humid environment, so summer is its peak growth season. The most suitable temperature is usually above 25 degrees. The cold resistance is poor, so attention should be paid to the low temperature in winter. The temperature in winter should be maintained above 16 degrees, otherwise the plant will easily be frostbite.

2. Soil: It has certain requirements for the soil, which must be loose, fertile and breathable. When breeding, add an appropriate amount of leaf mold and peat soil to the garden soil and mix it, which can basically meet its needs.

3. Watering: It likes moisture, so it must be watered frequently during the growing season to maintain a moist soil environment. But be careful not to let the humidity be too high during the flowering period, otherwise the flowers will easily fall off.

4. Fertilization: The demand for nutrients during the growth period is also relatively large, so fertilizer should be applied frequently, but only thin fertilizer can be applied. Do not use raw fertilizer or concentrated fertilizer, otherwise it will easily burn the roots or rot the roots. Generally, compound fertilizers of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are applied between April and October. Dilute them with clean water before application, and then sprinkle the fertilizer solution once a week. It is recommended to stop applying fertilizer in winter to avoid fertilizer damage.

2. Pest and disease control

1. Diseases: It is susceptible to stem rot, which is usually caused by long-term waterlogging. Pay attention to proper watering. When diseased leaves are found, they should be removed in time to prevent further infection. You also need to spray medicine. You can use thiophanate-methyl or carbendazim. Mix it with water and spray it once a week. It will be effective after two or three times.

2. Pests: Common pests include powdery stink bugs, leaf moths, parasites, red spiders, scale insects, etc. When found, they should be sprayed with Diphosphite to kill them. In addition, the management environment must be improved to avoid reinfection.