Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) - 5 Seeds

Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) - 5 Seeds

• Heirloom
• Open Pollinated
• Non-GMO
• Aquatic Perennial
• USDA Zone: 5-10 (all zones indoors)

The Sacred Lotus is a truly remarkable aquatic plant, revered for its beauty and versatility. This heirloom variety, growing up to 4 feet tall, produces large, fragrant pink to white blooms that stand gracefully above its round, waxy leaves. The lotus is a symbol of purity and enlightenment in many cultures. Beyond its ornamental beauty, the Sacred Lotus offers edible seeds, roots, and young leaves, and it has a long history of use in traditional medicine. It's a stunning addition to water gardens, ponds, or large containers, and can also be cultivated as a unique bonsai plant.

GROWING INSTRUCTIONS:
To improve germination, soak seeds in warm water for 24-48 hours. Both seeds that float and sink are viable. Carefully file or nick a small notch in the rounded end of the seed. Place seeds in a container with warm water (75-85°F) and change the water daily. Once sprouts emerge, carefully transfer them to a larger container with a few inches of heavy garden soil or clay at the bottom. Keep the water level a few inches above the soil. Lotus plants need full sun and calm water.