Lotus

Nelumbo Nucifera

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Overview

The Lotus, or Nelumbo nucifera, is an aquatic perennial known for its stunning blooms. Leaves reach up to 24 inches in diameter, floating atop the water, while vivid flowers spanning 8-12 inches emerge on 3-4 feet stalks. Ideal for zones 4-10, it requires full sun and a depth of 12-18 inches of water. Revered for its beauty and symbolism, the Lotus thrives in still water features, adding a tranquil focal point.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 4–11Climate Subtropical

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — The Lotus, or Nelumbo nucifera, is an aquatic perennial known for its stunning blooms

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — The Lotus, or Nelumbo nucifera, is an aquatic perennial known for its stunning blooms

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — while vivid flowers spanning 8-12 inches emerge on 3-4 feet stalks

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Ideal for zones 4-10, it requires full sun and a depth of 12-18 inches of water

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — also revered as the Sacred Lotus

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Revered for its beauty and symbolism, the Lotus thrives in still water features, adding a tranquil focal point

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — is known for its captivating blooms that rise above the water's surface up to eight inches on erect stalks

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Nymphaeaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Leaves reach up to 24 inches in diameter

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — The Lotus, or Nelumbo nucifera, is an aquatic perennial known for its stunning blooms

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — while vivid flowers spanning 8-12 inches emerge on 3-4 feet stalks

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Ideal for zones 4-10, it requires full sun and a depth of 12-18 inches of water

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — also revered as the Sacred Lotus

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Revered for its beauty and symbolism, the Lotus thrives in still water features, adding a tranquil focal point

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — is known for its captivating blooms that rise above the water's surface up to eight inches on erect stalks

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — The Lotus plants can spread generously

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — native to tropical Asia and Queensland

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — with their leaf diameters spanning up to 2 feet

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — displaying an impressive 'lotus effect' where water beads off

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — making the plant remarkably self-cleaning

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — is an aquatic perennial that offers a serene and spiritual aesthetic to any water garden or pond setting

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — the Lotus thrives in still or slow-moving waters at depths between 8 to 18 inches

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — along with its ethereal beauty

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 10

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — contributes to its cultural symbolism of purity and rebirth.<br><br>Ideally

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — which demand clear visibility

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — These blooms typically grace ponds from late spring to late summer

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Nelumbo nucifera prefers a warm

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — ensure ample space for growth and consider the impressive size of their leaves and flowers

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — with colors ranging from white and pink to yellow and lavender

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — aquatic with pink and white blooms

Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Regular fertilizing with aquatic plant food from spring to summer will help maintain their sumptuous display

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