10 Gardening Mistakes To Avoid If You’re Growing Lotus Flowers

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00:0010 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid if you're Growing Lotus Flowers

00:04Using the Wrong Soil Type

00:07Lotus rhizomes crave a heavy, loamy soil that anchors their fleshy roots and supplies gentle nourishment.

00:13A firm bedding of pond soil also helps beneficial aquatic worms and microfauna thrive.

00:19Choosing incorrect water depth

00:22Start with 2 to 4 inches of water above soil, increasing to 6 to 12 inches as plants mature.

00:28If you have a large pond, slowly lower containers over several weeks to acclimate the rhizomes, as it prevents shock.

00:35Planting tubers, too deep or too shallow

00:38Set rhizomes horizontally with eyes just above soil. Cover lightly to prevent rot, desiccation and pest damage.

00:45Over-fertilizing early in growth

00:48Delay fertilizer until robust leaves appear. Then use aquatic tablets placed away from rhizomes to encourage blooms, not foliage.

00:57Underestimating sunlight requirements

01:00Provide at least 6 hours of direct sun for bud formation. Prioritize morning midday light with optional afternoon shade.

01:07Neglecting pest and algae management

01:10Inspect weekly, hand remove pests or use gentle oils, and manage algae with grazers and floaters to maintain ecological balance.

01:18Failing to protect rhizomes in winter

01:21Overwinter below the freeze line or store indoors at 40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

01:25Insulate containers to prevent frost damage and heaving.

01:29Skipping seasonal tuberous division

01:32Divide crowded clumps every 2 to 3 years as it rejuvenates your plants.

01:36Simply lift the clump in early spring. Cut into sections with 2 to 3 growing tips each and replant separately.

01:43Overcrowding containers or pond beds

01:46Give each division a 12 to 18 inch container and spacing.

01:50Improved air flow and light reduce disease and encourage strong growth.

01:54Ignoring invasive potential and spread.

01:57Deadheads spent blooms to prevent volunteers.

01:59If saving seed, isolate pods and collect before dispersal to remain responsible.

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