sacred lotus
Nelumbo nucifera
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Air Layering Propagation,Stem Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 10
Flowers:
Pink or white Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,brown
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Watering your sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) should be done every 5-7 days, depending on the environment. The amount of water needed depends on the size and weather conditions; the larger the plant, the more water it is likely to need. If the environment is warm and sunny, then more frequent and abundant watering is necessary. In cooler climates and seasons, water once every 10-14 days. When watering, water until you can see water coming out of the bottom of the pot.
sunlight
Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) is a sun-loving plant species that needs full sunlight to thrive. This species does best with 8-10 hours of sunshine each day. Additionally, they need the sunlight to be direct, so it is beneficial to position them where they can absorb direct rays from the sun throughout the day.
pruning
Pruning a sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) should occur during the growing season, usually from April to September, when the shoots are still soft and flexible. Pruning should focus on removing dead, diseased, or unwanted shoots and blossoms. When removing shoots, make sure to use sharp, sterilised pruning shears and cut the shoot to its base, removing as much of the stem as possible. Prune the plant as it grows, removing any dead or diseased stems as they appear. For best results, prune the plant approximately twice per growing season.
