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How to care for hydroponic narcissus in spring

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As the tenth of China's top ten famous flowers, this flower was first introduced to China from Italy, and its cultivation history in China spans over a thousand years. Many people like to grow it in water, where the slender roots and stems contrast beautifully with the flower buds, making it very attractive. After the long winter, spring temperatures rise again, so how should we care for water-grown narcissus? Let's take a look at our introduction.

Extend the flowering period

Spring is exactly when it blooms. At this time, you can add an appropriate amount of table salt to the water, which can effectively extend the flowering period. However, note that it needs to be added before the flowers open; if you wait until they have already opened, it will have the opposite effect.

After the flowering period, bury the bulbs in soil

When grown hydroponically, the plant withers after blooming in spring. Many people think it can no longer grow or bloom again, so they choose to throw it away. In fact, as long as the bulbs are stored properly, it will continue to grow. The specific method for storing the bulbs is as follows: after all the flowers have faded and the leaves have naturally withered, take the plant out of the water, remove all the dead leaves, leaving only the bulbs, then wipe the water dry before burying them in potting soil. This point is very important: never bury them in soil while still wet. Note that they should be buried completely, with none left exposed. Also, the soil must have good air permeability. Wait until the next year's narcissus planting season, then dig the whole thing out and plant it again.

Precautions

During the process, try to wear plastic gloves, because the plant's bulbs contain a relatively high level of toxins. If accidentally ingested, it can cause poisoning, and in severe cases can even lead to shock. If you handle it with bare hands, be sure to wash them several times thoroughly afterward.

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