Baby Doll - Classic White Lotus (Bare Root)

Nelumbo nucifera — medium lotus, shipped as a dormant lotus tuber.

A lovely pure white lotus that has proven to be trustworthy for many years! The single-petal cup-shaped flower has elongated petals that come to a sharp point. Baby Doll is an American lotus hybridized by Dr. Perry D. Slocum. Although we find this variety difficult to grow many disagree with us. This variety is found in many of the older, more established botanical gardens in America.

At a glance

• Flower color: White
• Flower type: Single or Few Petal, less than 20 petals
• Plant height: Medium, 24'-47"
• Container: 18" and wider, 7"-14" deep

As a medium lotus, this one settles at 6 to 18 inches of water over the crown once established — start a new tuber under 2 to 4 inches and raise the level as it pushes aerial leaves, with the growing tip left uncovered. Pot size, soil and the rest of the method are in the lotus planting instructions.

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