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| Category: Aquatic Plant |
| Family: Nelumbonaceae (Water-Lotus¹) |
| Origin: India (Asia) |
| Flower Color: Mixed |
| Bloomtime: Summer/Fall |
| Fragrant Flowers: Yes |
| Height: 3-5 feet |
| Width: Spreading |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Aquatic |
| Winter Hardiness: 30-32° F |
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Nelumbo nucifera (Aquatic) (Lotus) - Aquatic plant which holds its large (around 1') velvety green leaves about 3 or more feet above the water. The large pink flowers are held above the foliage. Goes dormant in the cold months and requires water temperatures in the 75-85° F range for 2 months to prosper.
The information about Nelumbo nucifera (Aquatic) displayed on this web page is based on our research conducted in the nursery's horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also include observations made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens we have visited, as well how the crops have performed in containers in our nursery field. We will also incorporate comments we receive from others and welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share cultural information that would aid others in growing this plant. |
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