Lotus
*Sun (a few varieties bloom even in part shade)
* Hardy in zones 4 to 11
* Height: 6 to 10 inches miniatures; dwarf 10 to 12 inches;
medium 2 to 4 feet; larger over 4 feet
*Spread: running; keep potted for best results
* Water depth: moist to 12 inches;
some larger varieties tolerate water to 3 feet
* Flowers: 6 to 8 feet beginning May or June in the deep south,
July farther North.
Lotuses require several weeks of 80'F weather to bloom.
Bloom mid summer to early fall in the south,
farther north late summer. |
