Mrs. Ramsay Rules the Roost Lotus (Bare Root)

Nelumbo nucifera — large pond lotus, shipped as a dormant lotus tuber.

"To dominate; to be in charge". Looking for a really BIG lotus? This lotus does indeed 'rule the roost' here in the garden, flying high above gorgeous green leaves and unfurling its petals in the morning sun. Mrs. Ramsay Rules the Roost, a classic bi-color flower, is elegant as it flutters in the breeze. Wide white petals with fuchsia tips give way to a large seed pod perfect for floral arrangements and wreaths. Flowers can be over 12" wide! This lotus is the definition of a 'Sacred Lotus"!

At a glance

• Flower color: White with Pink Tips
• Flower type: Few-Petal (less than 25 petals)
• Plant height: Large, 4' or taller
• Container: 20" or wider, 12"-20" deep

As a large pond lotus, this one settles at 12 to 24 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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