Lotus leaves are usually maintained by hydroponics, but the root is still determined by soil. The best soil is pond mud, which can reduce the pollution of water quality. Or you can mix sand, loess and garden soil to make soil and forbid sludge.
It's very light loving. It's best to place it in the light when curing. The growth rate will be faster and more vigorous. If the potted plant is conserved, the time to see light every day should be between four and six hours, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow and may not bloom.
It is afraid of the environment with large temperature difference, so it is necessary to take preventive measures every day. Usually as long as the temperature above 15 degrees, winter to control temperature, poor cold resistance, to avoid frostbite.
When curing, clean water without impurities shall be used. At the initial stage, water shall not be excessive. The water level shall be between three and five centimeters, and too deep is not conducive to growth. With the late development of the plant can slowly increase to 16 cm
Before entering the basin, a proper amount of base fertilizer can be mixed into the soil to improve fertility and promote development. In the growing season, add nutrient solution to the water to promote the growth of rhizome, flower and leaf. In addition, we should pay attention to the high temperature or low temperature to stop fertilization, to avoid fertilizer damage.
