Nelumbo lutea typically starts flowering in June.
American lotus
Nelumbo lutea
The American lotus (Nelumbo lutea) is an aquatic flowering plant native to North America. This perennial plant is easily identified by its large, round yellow flowers that measure up to five inches in diameter. The lotus grows best in shallow waters with sandy bottoms and can produce both seeds and flowers simultaneously. It grows on towers made of thick rhizomes beneath the water and can reach heights of three to four feet. The leaves of the lotus are round and range in size from five to eighteen inches. The fruit of the American lotus is a hard, fibrous pod filled with edible seeds. The plants make a great addition to any landscape and are also popular for their crop value.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Root Cutting,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 10
Flowers:
Pale yellow Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
American lotus (Nelumbo lutea) needs to be watered about twice a week during its growing season, spring to fall. When watering, drench the plant until water runs out of the bottom of the pot or the pond edge. Water should reach a depth of 2 or 3 inches. Allow the soil to become slightly dry between waterings, but never let it become bone dry. During the winter, water the plant only once a month.
sunlight
American lotus require full sun, at least 6 to 8 hours a day of direct, unfiltered sunlight. The optimum time to expose them to sunlight is between 10am and 4pm. This mid-day period allows the American lotus to absorb the maximum amount of sunlight and to benefit from its solar energy. Additionally, while they can thrive in bright shade, they need strong, direct sunlight to flourish in the long run.
pruning
American lotus (Nelumbo lutea) should be pruned throughout the growing season, with the heaviest pruning done in late winter or early spring. Pruning will encourage growth, especially after the leaves and flowers have died back for the season. Prune off dead or damaged portions of the plant and remove any crossing branches that compete for light. Once established, American lotus may only require minimal pruning to maintain health and shape. Additionally, pruning can be used to control the size of the plant and its overall structure.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
