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Open Mouth Bonsai Lotus Flower Seeds for Planting - Nelumbo nucifera 'Open Mouth Bonsai' Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Aquatic Flower

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Open Mouth Bonsai Lotus Flower Seeds for Planting - Nelumbo nucifera 'Open Mouth Bonsai' Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Aquatic Flower

Perennial (in appropriate climates, often grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in colder regions)

Full sun

Full description: The Open Mouth Bonsai Lotus Flower is a captivating and unique aquatic plant, perfect for adding an exotic touch to water gardens, ponds, or even large containers. This miniature lotus variety features delicate, cup-shaped flowers that bloom in a beautiful array of colors, often with multiple petals, resembling an open mouth as they unfurl. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller spaces, while its striking beauty and serene presence create a tranquil atmosphere. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the lotus holds cultural significance in many traditions, symbolizing purity, beauty, and rebirth.

Full Growing information from seed:

  • Seed Preparation (Scarification): Lotus seeds have a very hard outer shell that needs to be scarified (nicked or sanded) to allow water to penetrate and germination to occur.

    • Gently file or sand one end of the seed (the end with a small "dot") until you see the lighter inner seed coat. Be careful not to go too deep and damage the embryo.

    • Alternatively, use pliers or a small knife to carefully nick the seed coat on the same end.

  • Soaking: Place scarified seeds in a container of lukewarm, non-chlorinated water. Change the water daily to prevent mold growth.

  • Germination: Seeds should swell and sprout within a few days to a couple of weeks. Remove any seeds that float and don't swell, as they may not be viable.

  • Potting: Once the first few leaves appear and roots are visible (usually when the sprout is a few inches long):

    • Prepare a pot (without drainage holes, or with drainage holes sealed) with heavy clay loam soil (avoid potting mix with perlite or vermiculite as it floats).

    • Gently press the sprouted seed into the soil, covering the roots but leaving the green shoot exposed.

    • Slowly add about 1-2 inches of water above the soil line.

  • Placement: Place the pot in a sunny location where the water temperature remains consistently warm (ideally 20-30°C / 70-85°F).

  • Water Depth: As the plant grows, gradually increase the water depth. For bonsai varieties, keep the water level just above the soil or a few inches deep in a larger container.

  • Fertilizing: Once true leaves appear and the plant is established, begin fertilizing with aquatic plant fertilizer tablets, pressed into the soil away from the plant's roots. Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

  • Winter Care (if applicable): In colder climates, bring pots indoors before the first frost. Store dormant tubers in a cool, dark, frost-free location, keeping the soil slightly moist.

No, scarification and soaking are required, but not cold stratification.

Seed count: 5