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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 4–11Type AquaticClimate Subtropical
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Ideal for zones 4-10, it requires full sun and a depth of 12-18 inches of water; pink and white flowers in the garden, image 58

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Aquatic
Family
Nymphaeaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — also revered as the Sacred Lotus; displaying an impressive 'lotus effect' where water beads off, image 60
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — while vivid flowers spanning 8-12 inches emerge on 3-4 feet stalks; nelumbo nucifera prefers a warm, image 57
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Leaves reach up to 24 inches in diameter; with their leaf diameters spanning up to 2 feet, image 83
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, image 59
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — pink and white flowers in the garden; the Lotus plants can spread generously
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 10
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Ideal for zones 4-10, it requires full sun and a depth of 12-18 inches of water; pink and white flowers in the garden, image 85
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — These blooms typically grace ponds from late spring to late summer
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — ensure ample space for growth and consider the impressive size of their leaves and flowers; with colors ranging from white and pink
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — native to tropical Asia and Queensland
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — which demand clear visibility
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — also revered as the Sacred Lotus; displaying an impressive 'lotus effect' where water beads off
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Leaves reach up to 24 inches in diameter; with their leaf diameters spanning up to 2 feet
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — is an aquatic perennial that offers a serene and spiritual aesthetic to any water garden or pond setting; ensure ample, image 88
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — adding a touch of tranquility to the scene
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — with colors ranging from white and pink to yellow and lavender; the Lotus thrives in still or slow-moving waters at depths between 8
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — The Lotus, or Nelumbo nucifera, is an aquatic perennial known for its stunning blooms
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — The Lotus plants can spread generously; making the plant remarkably self-cleaning, image 64
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — is an aquatic perennial that offers a serene and spiritual aesthetic to any water garden or pond setting
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Ideal for zones 4-10, it requires full sun and a depth of 12-18 inches of water; pink and white flowers in the garden
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — Nelumbo nucifera prefers a warm
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — aquatic with pink and white blooms; hardy in USDA zones 4 to 10
Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera) — which demand clear visibility; leaves reach up to 24 inches in diameter
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