How to grow water lilies to make them bloom
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Water lilies in a bowl bloom like lotus flowers, but they are not lotus flowers. They are grown in smaller containers, and the flowers are much smaller than the lotus flowers we know. Generally, when planting bowl lilies, large fish tanks, large pots, or small varieties of bowl lilies are used. A larger pot without a bottom hole is used for planting. If a small pot is used for maintenance, it is difficult for the roots to spread and bloom. During the process of planting bowl lilies, the water often becomes very turbid and dirty. How can we make it clear? There are only two methods to clarify the water.
The first method is actually very simple. Some friends who grow bowl lilies or water lilies directly use ready-made soil and then bury the bowl lilies or water lilies in it. This method will only keep the water turbid for a long time and will not become clear. Generally, when planting bowl lilies or water lilies, the soil should be soaked in advance. After soaking for a period of time, the turbid substances in the soil will float to the surface. Remove the surface water and replace it several times. In this way, the water quality will gradually become clear. Usually, within a week, the unfermented nutrients in the soil are thoroughly fermented, and then the bowl lilies or water lilies are planted. After about half a month, the water will naturally become clear because the water constantly settles. During the settlement process, a layer of green algae will grow on the surface of the bottom soil, which can filter the water and the turbid water will disappear. After planting, it usually takes half a month to a month for the water to become completely clear, which is normal. As long as we handle it well during the initial planting and do not move the pot frequently, it will naturally become clear.
The second method is very simple. After planting bowl lilies or water lilies, if the water is still dirty, the floating matter on the surface can be removed. After doing this several times, add a layer of granules to the soil. You can use river sand or volcanic rocks, which can filter the water and separate the topsoil from the water. However, the granules must be about three millimeters in size, not too small. After adding the granules, the water will slowly be separated out. Then we just need to pour out the upper water and add water slowly, using something to support the pot to prevent the granules from being scattered and the soil from being stirred up. After changing the water one or two times, the water will naturally become clear, and these slightly larger granules will not affect the growth of new shoots of bowl lilies.
Bowl lilies and water lilies are actually very easy to cultivate. In general, you just need to let them sit still without shaking or moving them frequently. After about half a month, the water will naturally become clear. If you want to speed up the process, you can add some granules as I mentioned, which will accelerate the clarification of the turbid water.
No matter which type of bowl lilies or water lilies you are growing, you should give them some sunlight. Lack of sunlight will cause them not to bloom. Sufficient sunlight is a prerequisite for growing them well. When should you expose them to sunlight? Generally, when the leaves have grown a lot, you can place them in a well-lit area. The leaves will shade the water below, preventing the water temperature from becoming too high and helping the plant to differentiate flower buds and bloom. When cultivating them, make sure to apply a base fertilizer in the soil. You can add some slow-release fertilizer. Basically, there is no need to fertilize for a year. When you take them out and change the soil in the second year, add some more. This way, you can grow them well, allowing them to grow continuously and bloom continuously, as well as constantly produce new rhizomes.
The above is some experience in how to grow water lilies to make them bloom and the correct methods and techniques for caring for water lilies. I hope it can be helpful to you in your life!