How to grow soilless hydroponic lotus

Bowl lotus is a perennial herb of the Nymphaeaceae family. It is grown in various parts of China and is generally propagated by seeds. Bowl lotus can not only be grown in soil, but also in water. Here, the editor will introduce the cultivation method of soilless hydroponic bowl lotus. Let’s take a look.

1. Choose a seed

There are many varieties of water lilies, such as Azolla and Xiamen water lily. When choosing hydroponic water lily seeds, you can choose these high-quality seeds for cultivation and planting, which will help increase the survival rate.

2. Processing seeds

After selecting the seeds, use a tool to split the pointy side. You can also grind the pointed side on the ground to reveal the white kernel inside the seed. Be careful not to damage it. Soak the seeds in warm water at about 30 degrees for 3-5 days. Change the warm water once a day and place it in a place without strong light and wait for it to germinate.

3. Sowing time

Hydroponic bowl lotus can be sown all year round, but the temperature in spring is constant, the surrounding environment is warm, and the temperature is suitable. Therefore, seeds sown in early spring are more likely to survive, and the light conditions are very sufficient.

4. Water temperature management

The temperature for growing water lilies must be kept constant because it is a plant that grows well in a warm environment. The temperature is more suitable in spring and autumn, but the temperature is too high in summer, so you should pay attention to sun protection. The temperature is low in winter and should not be lower than 5 degrees.

5. Lighting

Light is very important for bowl lotus, and it can adapt to 2-3 hours of light per day. However, it is necessary to avoid the strong light in the hot summer weather to avoid affecting the growth of the bowl lotus.

6. Fertilization

Appropriate fertilizers can also be used for hydroponic bowl lotus. Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizers are more suitable, but the concentration should not be too high. It is more appropriate to apply it after dilution. It is best to apply fertilizer once every half a month.

7. Notes

When processing the seeds of water lilies, do not break the shell too much, just enough to expose the white kernel inside. The water temperature should not be too high when soaking seeds, otherwise it will be detrimental to seed germination. Secondly, the flowerpot you choose should be large. A flowerpot that is too small will not be conducive to the plant's stretching and will not allow it to grow fully. Again, there must be sufficient light. Moderate light can speed up the growth of bowl lotus and make it grow more vigorously. Fertilization should be light. In addition to the base fertilizer before planting, top dressing should be carried out in a timely and appropriate amount, and thin fertilizers should be applied frequently to ensure adequate nutrient supply.

The above is the cultivation method of soilless hydroponic bowl lotus. Bowl lotus has no dormant period. As long as the water temperature is higher than 16 degrees, it can be sown all year round. Generally speaking, water lilies sown in spring will bloom in about a month, while in autumn they will bloom one to two months later.