Cultivation methods and precautions of five-petal lotus

The five-petal lotus is also called yellow chrysanthemum, cosmos, small marigold, etc. This plant is very easy to grow. It does not have very high requirements for soil and light. As long as there is enough water and fertilizer, it can bloom all year round.

How to grow five-petal lotus

1. Soil

The five-petal lotus does not have very high requirements for soil, but it likes sandy soil that is well-ventilated, fertile, and loose. Such soil is beneficial for the plant to absorb nutrients.

2. Ventilation

The environment for planting five-petal lotus must be ventilated. If it grows in a stuffy and airtight environment for a long time, it may cause the seedlings and buds of the plant to rot, and it may also easily breed scale insects.

3. Lighting

When planting five-petal lotus, be sure to place it in a place with the most light, because it is a strong sun-loving flower. Generally speaking, the more light it gets, the stronger the plant will grow and the more flowers it will bloom.

4. Watering

During the maintenance period of the five-petal lotus, it is necessary to ensure sufficient watering and follow the principle of "watering thoroughly when dry". Never water halfway, and do not allow water to accumulate in the soil.

Five-petal lotus maintenance precautions

When caring for the five-petal lotus, you must pinch the tips and top it frequently, and also cultivate a better plant shape, so that the plant can grow more side buds, and when it blooms, it can bloom to the point of overflowing the pot.