Detailed Guide to Fertilizing Lucky Bamboo: What Fertilizer Is Best

I. Fertilizing Time

When fertilizing lucky bamboo, the first thing is base fertilizer, which applies to soil-cultivated plants. In addition, there is topdressing during the growing period, which applies to both water-cultivated and soil-cultivated lucky bamboo, specifically during the period from spring to autumn.

II. Types of Fertilizer

The base fertilizer used in soil cultivation is mainly some solid substances, such as bone meal and others that contain relatively abundant nutrients. The type of fertilizer used for topdressing is related to the cultivation method: for soil cultivation, some compound fertilizers are used, while for water cultivation, some nutrient solutions are used.

III. Fertilizing Methods

1. The operation method for base fertilizer is relatively simple; just add it directly to the soil and mix evenly. When topdressing, for soil cultivation it can be diluted and then applied to the surface of the substrate, while for water cultivation a few drops can be directly dripped into the water. Whichever cultivation method is used, the amount must not be too much.

2. It is better to control the fertilizing interval at about 20-30 days; do not do it too frequently.

3. Furthermore, since lucky bamboo is a foliage plant, the condition of its leaves is very important. Usually, some foliar fertilizer can be appropriately used and applied to the surface of the leaves.

IV. Precautions

In winter, lucky bamboo may enter a dormant period. At this time, there is no need to fertilize, otherwise it will cause fertilizer damage.