I live in the Martian wilderness!

[Nutrient solution source]

Macroelements (nitrogen/phosphorus/potassium): 70% from your processed biowaste; 30% extracted from Martian soil by the ShenGen module.

Trace elements (iron/manganese/boron): all extracted in situ by the Shen Gong module.

Carbon source: Directly supplied by your [Carbon Control] ability.

Looking at the perfect closed loop, Gu Yu nodded: "In other words, apart from water and electricity, we can be self-sufficient in all the fertilizers we need for growing flowers."

"Yes, Captain, it's time now." Xuanjian switched to the timeline simulation model.

"Step 1: This mother plant is in full bloom, and on its other branches, I also scanned 19 flower buds of different sizes that are also in a dormant state."

"Once we awaken it, the first full bloom of this mother plant will produce a total of about 20-30 mature dark red roses. This bloom can last for about 15-20 days."

"Step 2: After the first round of flowering, the branches are at their most active. The cut branches can be cut into 10-15 sections for use as cuttings."

"Step 3: Using supernatural abilities to promote new plant growth." Xuanjian highlighted this step, "Ordinary cuttings take 30-45 days to root."

"Wait a minute, Xuan." Gu Yu raised a very practical question, "For cuttings to root, plant growth hormones are needed, that is, auxins."

"We didn't bring any of that. Without it, these branches probably wouldn't have taken root in months with just water; they would have rotted long ago."

"Captain, you're half right. We didn't bring any finished products. But you can make them yourself."

"Make it yourself?"

"Yes. Please look at the molecular formula of 'plant growth hormone'."

Xuanjian immediately projected a complex molecular model composed of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen atoms onto Gu Yu's HUD interface.

【C₁₀H₉NO₂】

"Do you see its core, Captain?" Xuanjian highlighted the "benzene ring" and "carboxyl group" composed of multiple carbon atoms.

"Its skeleton is carbon. And the essence of your [Carbon Control] ability is to manipulate carbon atoms at the microscopic level and build chemical bonds at will."

Gu Yu's pupils suddenly contracted as a crazy and audacious idea surged into his mind.

"you mean……"

"Yes. You don't need to simulate such complex molecules as 'auxin.' That's too inefficient."

"The essence of plant growth is a race to accumulate matter. They spend 90% of their life's effort on photosynthesis."

"That is, they painstakingly capture carbon dioxide from the air and then fix the carbon element through complex enzymatic reactions, turning it into glucose and cellulose that build themselves."

"This is an extremely slow and inefficient process. But your ability allows you to completely skip this process."

"You don't need to let it photosynthesize on its own. Instead, you can directly inject high-purity organic carbon into the cut of the branch or dissolve it in the nutrient solution."

"This is like feeding ordinary plants, which have to work hard to 'plant, harvest, and cook' themselves. You're giving them an intravenous drip of glucose for 24 hours straight!"

"With a continuous supply of carbon, the rate at which plants take root, grow leaves, and divide cells will be forcibly accelerated to a level that goes against the laws of nature."

"Therefore, I call it 'carbon-based directional catalytic growth.' With your intervention, the rooting time of cuttings can be drastically shortened from 30-45 days to less than 15 days."

"With your continued carbon supply and ample sunlight, these newly sprouted seedlings are expected to bloom for the first time in 3-4 months."

"This means that while you are enjoying your first batch of flower cakes, four or five months later, you will have a second harvest, when hundreds of roses will bloom at the same time."

"Your rose garden will expand exponentially!"

"Unfortunately, spirulina consists of trillions of microscopic single-celled organisms, and you cannot apply your supernatural abilities evenly to such a huge volume and number."

"Otherwise, the growth cycle of spirulina would be even faster."

Gu Yu's heart began to race; he was utterly awestruck by this grand blueprint.

What was originally just Qin Nuannuan's ultimate romantic gesture has unexpectedly become his life-saving gift!

"However," Xuanjian's voice pulled him back to reality, "I suggest that we do not awaken it for the time being."

Why?

"Because of resources. Captain, cultivating higher plants requires far more precise control over light, temperature, and nutrient solution than microalgae."

"When our resources are relatively scarce in the early stages, we should prioritize ensuring that the Shennong Project, which has the highest and most stable output, gets on track."

"I suggest that the Rose Garden Project be the key project in the second phase."

"The safest approach is to wait until the production of spirulina and Haematococcus pluvialis stabilizes, and we have more abundant energy and biomass surplus before reviving this rose."

Gu Yu breathed a sigh of relief. He understood that this decision was absolutely correct and could only be separated from that grand "Rose Garden" blueprint.

But knowing that he had a perfect trump card filled him with unprecedented confidence!

"Xuan, this news must reach Earth immediately! Add this line to the list—"

A living parent plant of the dark red rose capable of asexual reproduction has been discovered and evaluated, and will serve as a strategic redundancy for the Shennong Project.

[Please rest assured, Motherland, that you will absolutely adopt my plan. The Kuafu must not be sacrificed like this!]

"Once the launch window for Tianwen-1 opens," Gu Yu gave the final order, "launch this Mars farming outline immediately!"

[Instructions confirmed, Captain. Information is now listed as highest priority and awaiting dispatch.]

"Sigh, you have to eat one bite at a time. Roses are the dessert of the future, but right now we must solve the most basic food problem."

"Xuan," he sat up straight again, "where do we begin with the Shennong Project?"

"Based on the principle of optimal resource allocation, I suggest that the 'Phase I Ecological Experimental Zone' be set up directly inside the Oasis One command module where you are."

"Command center?" Gu Yu was taken aback. "Is there enough space?"

"That's enough, Captain. Besides, this is currently the only place on the entire planet Mars with a ready-made, stable environment suitable for life."

Xuanjian brought up the internal structure diagram of the command cabin on the screen and highlighted an area in one corner.

"The environmental control and life support systems in the command module are operating stably. The temperature (22°C), pressure (1 atmosphere), and carbon dioxide concentration here are all within the ideal range for spirulina growth."

"We don't need to build a large-scale project in the cold lava pipes for now. We can start the first batch of production with minimal energy consumption and the fastest speed by utilizing the existing space."

Gu Yu looked at the plan and nodded. The idea of ​​starting with a small experimental plot at home, and then expanding production to the backyard once the technology was mature, was very sound.

"So, what equipment do we need? Xuan, give me a list of 'minimum life-sustaining level' microalgae cultivation equipment."