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Cultivation methods and precautions of water lily

Jane Margolis
2020-03-18 09:22:19
Generally, water lilies are kept in the water, and the water depth can be controlled within 30 to 50 cm; the water quality should be clean, and the pH value should be between 6 to 7. The humidity is about 50%. The best temperature is 22 to 26 degrees. It's cold proof in winter. The light should be sufficient, but the strong light should also be avoided. Appropriate amount of liquid fertilizer can be used, no fertilizer in winter.

I. water depth and quality

For water lily, it is usually kept in the water, so there are some requirements for water depth and quality. It is better to control the depth of water at 30-50cm, and the deepest depth should not exceed 60cm. In addition, the requirements for water quality are first of all clean, and then the requirements for its pH, preferably in the range of six to seven, that is, slightly acidic or neutral water.

2. Humidity

The humidity of its growing environment should be about 50%. If it is especially dry, it is necessary to increase the humidity by spraying water.

Temperature

The temperature of water lily is 22-26 ℃. Its cold resistance is not very good. It should be kept above 10 degrees in winter to ensure that it will not be frostbitten. In summer, the temperature should not be too high, not more than 35 ℃. Otherwise, the evaporation of water will be very fast, and the plants will have the possibility of withering.

4. Light

The Water Lily likes gentle light. Every day's light helps it grow and bloom. However, in summer, the maintenance task is to avoid too strong light, too strong light will make its leaves black.

5. Fertilization

To fertilize water lily, we usually use all kinds of liquid fertilizer. During each water change, a few drops can be dropped into the water. In the growing period, it is necessary to apply fertilizer once a month, using the decomposed liquid fertilizer. Generally speaking, fertilizer can be reduced in autumn, but not in winter.

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