Perry's Giant Sunburst Lotus (Bare Root)

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

A Perry D. Slocum lotus. H-u-g-e Flowers. Constant flowers! One of the most highly-prized lotus in any collection is this big sunny yellow ray of sunshine! Held high above the leaves with a classic shape and petals that move in the breeze, the bloom of 'Perry's Giant Sunburst' is absolutely spectacular. This is a large lotus so it needs extra room. We suggest a pot 18" in diameter or larger.

At a glance

• Flower color: Light Yellow
• Flower type: Single or Few, less than 20 petals
• Plant height: Tall, 48" and taller
• Container: 20" and wider, 12"-18" 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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