Frequently Asked Questions about Sowing Succulents Snow Lotus

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When sowing snow lotus, prevent seeds from lodging

When sowing snow lotus seeds, be sure to put them in a cap when they are unearthed.

Pay attention to reasonable fertilization when sowing snow lotus

Pay attention to preventing and controlling pests and diseases when sowing snow lotus

It is very common for the succulent plant Snow Lotus to be propagated by seeding, but there are many things that need to be paid attention to when sowing to ensure successful sowing. So what are the common problems when sowing snow lotus?

Prevent seed lodging when sowing snow lotus

When sowing snow lotus, pay attention to preventing seed lodging. When sowing snow lotus, it is generally better to place the tip of the seed downwards. It is easier for the seedlings to emerge but the seedlings are weaker. If the seeds are pointed upward, it will be difficult for the seedlings to emerge.

So when sowing, the seeds should be placed flat so that the seedlings can emerge easily, grow robustly, and be less prone to lodging.

Be sure to wear a cap when sowing snow lotus when unearthed

Many seeds will be capped when they are unearthed, which greatly affects the growth of the plant.

This phenomenon occurs mainly because the soil is too loose or the pot soil is too dry. You need to pay attention to keeping the soil moist to avoid poor plant growth.

When sowing snow lotus, you should pay attention to reasonable fertilization

Generally, when cultivating snow lotus, you should pay attention to reasonable fertilization. The three elements of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium should be balanced, so that it will grow well.

Generally, nitrogen fertilizer is more suitable in spring, phosphorus fertilizer is more suitable in summer, and potassium fertilizer is more suitable in autumn. During the flowering period, apply some flower fertilizer to promote flowering and extend the flowering period.

When sowing snow lotus, pay attention to the prevention and control of pests and diseases

Generally, during the seedling stage, snow lotus is still relatively prone to pests and diseases, so paying attention will affect the growth of the plant.

What usually occurs is blight and damping-off.

When sowing snow lotus, pay attention to disinfecting the soil and keeping it free of water.

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