How to grow lotus at home

 

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• Lotus flowers can be grown in your garden with a simple tip.
• After planting, lotus will send up leaves; once five to six area leaves have developed, further action can be taken.
• Fertilization: Use DAP (diammonium phosphate) to fertilize lotus plants for blooms.
• Dosage: Add half a tablespoon of DAP for small lotus varieties, and double the quantity for larger varieties.
• Application: Gently push the fertilizer (presumably in a paper pocket) into the soil of your potted lotus plant.
• Maintenance: Regularly check the water level of the lotus plant.

Water Exposure:

All parts of the lotus plant, except the growing tips, should be constantly exposed to water.

Size Variation:

"Dove" lotus varieties reach about one foot tall with 2-3 inch leaves, while other varieties can grow 4-6 feet tall with leaves 15-30 inches in diameter.

Sunlight Requirements:

Lotus plants need full sun, requiring at least 5 to 7 hours of direct sun exposure daily.

• Lotus blossoms open in the morning and close in the mid-afternoon.
• Individual blossoms last for three to five days before the cycle repeats.
• Lotus plants are heavy feeders, especially during warmer weather and active growth periods.

Fertilization:

Fertilize every 18 to 20 days during the growing season, stopping in mid-August to allow the plant to prepare for winter dormancy. Proper fertilization promotes dark green leaves and abundant flowers.

Repotting:

For healthy growth, repot the lotus tuber annually in early spring when new growth is observed.

Frequency: 

Repot the lotus tuber every year.

Timing:

 Repot in early spring.

Trigger:

 Repot when you observe the first signs of new growth.

Process:

 Provide fresh soil and return the lotus to its original container.