Lotus Seeds grow into aquatic perennial plants with large, rounded leaves that float on water surfaces and showy, fragrant flowers in shades of pink, white, or yellow. They thrive in warm, temperate to tropical climates with full sun and shallow water or pond conditions. Lotus is ideal for water gardens, ponds, and ornamental aquatic containers, providing stunning blooms and architectural foliage throughout the growing season.
Features
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Perennial, aquatic growth habit
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Produces large, rounded leaves and showy, fragrant flowers in pink, white, or yellow
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Suitable for water gardens, ponds, and ornamental aquatic containers
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Thrives in full sun with shallow water or pond conditions
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Provides architectural foliage and seasonal blooms
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Nelumbo nucifera
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Common Name (US): Lotus
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Aquatic perennial
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USDA Zones: 4-10 (grown as container plant in cooler zones)
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Late spring through summer
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 7-21 days, scarify seeds before planting, keep in warm water
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Clay or loamy soil in water
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Watering Needs: Aquatic; maintain shallow water level
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Mature Plant Size: 24-48 inches tall, 24-36 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches between plants