How to maintain ginger lotus

Ginger Lotus Growing Conditions

Ginger lily likes a warm and humid environment. It can promote flowering in a high temperature and long-day environment, but it should avoid direct sunlight and is not cold-resistant. It can grow normally in the temperature range of 20 to 32 degrees Celsius, and the best growth temperature is 20-25 degrees.

How to grow ginger lotus

During the middle stage of ginger lotus growth, it has a great demand for water. At this time, you should water it frequently to keep the soil moist. Also pay attention to drainage to avoid the occurrence of diseases and pests in a humid environment.

Watering the Ginger Lotus

During the growth period of ginger lotus, it is generally watered once every 2-3 days. Do not overwater, which can easily cause root rot or even death of the entire plant. Water thoroughly each time, and do not water too much.

Ginger Lotus Fertilization

Since ginger lily does not require much fertilizer, there is no need to apply concentrated or frequent fertilizers during maintenance. Generally, no fertilizer is needed after ensuring that there are sufficient nutrients in the base soil. However, over time, you can apply some nitrogen fertilizer to the soil, about once every 3 months, so that the plant can grow smoothly.

Ginger lotus disease and pest control

The most common disease of ginger lily is leaf spot, which is usually caused by poor ventilation and long-term cultivation in a closed space, so good ventilation is required. For treatment, a mixture of urea and lime water can be used for watering. The most common insect pests are snails and other insects that mainly eat leaves, so they can be removed in time after discovery.

How to grow ginger lotus at home

Ginger lily has strong adaptability to soil and can be planted as long as the soil is not heavy. However, it is best to choose soil with good drainage and less water accumulation. The temperature suitable for bulb germination is between 30-35 degrees. The temperature during the growth period must not be lower than 20 degrees. Warmth measures need to be taken in winter.

Ginger lotus care precautions

Ginger lotus likes a humid environment. While keeping the soil moist, it should not be too humid and water should not be stored in the soil, otherwise it will prevent the roots from breathing and cause root rot. Therefore, the amount of watering should be controlled and the plant should be placed in a well-ventilated environment to speed up water evaporation.