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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 displayed on this page about Nelumbo nucifera (Aquatic) is based on our research conducted about this plant from books in our nursery library as well as from information that is provided by reliable online resources. We also have included our own observations made about it as it grew in the nursery gardens and other gardens visited, as well how the crops of this plant performed in the containers when we had them in our nursery field. We also include comments received from others and welcome hearing from anyone who has information about this plant, particularly if it includes cultural information aiding others to better grow it.
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