Does lotus need sunlight? Can lotus be grown with fish?

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1. Do you need sunlight?

2. Can it be kept with fish?

Lotus is a sun-loving plant and needs sunlight during its growth. Without sunlight, it is difficult to survive and cannot carry out photosynthesis. It is also difficult to synthesize nutrients to promote growth. This will weaken the growth of the lotus, make it difficult for the lotus to bloom, and even cause die. During the growth period, place it in a place with good light, providing about 8 hours of light. It is best to keep it in the courtyard. The light in summer is too strong, so you can properly block the sun, especially the lotus in the seedling stage to prevent exposure to the sun.

1. Does it need sunlight?

Lotus naturally needs sunlight during its growth. It is a sun-loving plant and cannot do without sunlight during its growth. If there is no sunlight, it is difficult to survive and photosynthesis cannot be carried out, so it is difficult to synthesize nutrients to promote growth. Without the support of nutrients, the lotus will grow weakly at first, the leaves will become withered and yellow, it will be difficult to bloom, and it may even lead to death. During the growing period, place it in a place with good light, providing about 8 hours of light. It is best to keep it in the courtyard. Note that the light in summer is too strong, and exposure to the sun can easily cause the lotus to be burned, so it needs to be properly protected from light. If conditions do not allow, It’s okay without blocking the sun.

2. Can it be kept with fish

Lotus flowers can be kept together with fish. They have good meaning and are also good for ornamental purposes. Fish feed on plankton in the water, can also clean the water, and will not bite the leaves, so there is no problem in keeping them together, but do not keep them with koi to prevent the leaves from being bitten, and the feces excreted by the fish can also As nutrients, it provides nutrients for the growth of lotus. Note that small fish can only be added after the lotus grows floating leaves. When adding, cover the soil surface with stones to prevent the water from becoming turbid.

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