How to grow potted lily of the valley? Cultivation methods and precautions

  Lily of the valley is deeply loved by the naturally romantic French; the British are particularly fond of its leaves, and in the UK it has the elegant nickname “lady's tears”; in China, people like to call it “junyingcao” (lady's shadow grass). Although this flower is short in stature, it can bloom with brilliant flowers, elegant and refined, and it also gives off a pleasant fragrance. Not only that, it can also purify the air, inhibit the reproduction and growth of various bacteria, and make people feel physically and mentally pleasant.

  In addition to the benefits mentioned above, lily of the valley also has the effect of promoting sleep, so more and more gardening friends grow it as a household potted plant. So, how do you grow potted lily of the valley? Today the editor will introduce it to you.

  1. Potting soil

  This flowering plant, lily of the valley, likes a loose, fertile, and well-drained soil growing environment, and slightly acidic soil is even better, though of course it can also grow normally in neutral or slightly acidic soil.

  2. Light

  After potting and transplanting lily of the valley, water it appropriately, then place it in a dark place, and it must not be placed in a windy spot; keep it in a sheltered place as much as possible, and after about 1-2 weeks gradually move it to a bright place.

  3. Temperature

  The most suitable temperature for lily of the valley to grow is between 12-14°C. After potting, once the plant has safely passed the seedling recovery period of about 1-2 weeks, it can be given appropriate light. At the same time, it is recommended to keep the outdoor temperature between 20-22°C; when the temperature is too high, shade it appropriately.

  4. Watering

  For potted lily of the valley that has entered normal care and management, it is recommended to water 1-2 times a day, especially during the growing period; you can supplement water appropriately according to outdoor weather conditions and the wetness or dryness of the potting soil. It is best to keep the potting soil moist, and do not let water accumulate in the pot due to overwatering.

  5. Fertilizing

  Although lily of the valley does not have high nutrient requirements, it also likes a sufficient supply of nutrients. You can apply once every 10-15 days a diluted, decomposed cake fertilizer solution, or a diluted compound fertilizer liquid fertilizer, but after each application of water and fertilizer, promptly loosen the soil and do a good job of weeding.

  6. Pruning

  Because after the flowers fade, the remaining spent flowers, stems, and branches of this plant, lily of the valley, will consume part of the nutrients. In order to save nutrients, it is recommended to prune appropriately after flowering, promptly remove the spent flowers and cut off excess stems and branches, so that nutrients can be concentrated and transported to the rhizomes, making it grow more robust.

  7. Repotting

  In order to give the potting soil enough nutrients to supply the plant, it is recommended to repot once a year. In early spring when lily of the valley begins to sprout, promptly remove the covering, and then loosen the soil at the right time.