How to Make Your Own Nutrient Solution for Hydroponic Lucky Bamboo

Besides growing in soil, lucky bamboo can also be grown hydroponically, but modern households mostly use the hydroponic method for propagation. During hydroponic cultivation, the water level must be appropriate; do not add too much water to the container. Usually, submerging a little more than one third of the plant's length is sufficient; submerging up to two thirds of its length is not recommended.

In addition, there are also particular requirements when choosing water. It is recommended to use clean, clear water. If a friend wants to use tap water, the tap water needs to be left to stand for 2-3 days before use, and the water temperature must be suitable. Water needs to be changed 3-5 days before rooting, and after rooting, it can be changed once every half month.

Speaking of water, nutrients are naturally needed as well. To make lucky bamboo grow more robustly and quickly, we need to add fertilizer to it at the right time. Hydroponically grown lucky bamboo mostly uses a dedicated nutrient solution to provide nutrients, which you can buy yourself from the market; flower shops often sell it. Of course, we can also make our own nutrient solution.

To make your own nutrient solution for lucky bamboo, you can use a compound fertilizer rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. After fully diluting it with water according to the ratio, it can be used as a nutrient solution. Usually the concentration is between an 800-1000 times solution, and each time only a few drops are needed to meet the nutrient needs of lucky bamboo.

In terms of use, besides strictly controlling the amount of nutrient solution each time, you can also use the nutrient solution when changing the water for lucky bamboo. In this way, it is both safe and allows the plant to get the nutrients it needs in time. Why not do it?!