Sacred Lotus (Bare Root)

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

What is a Sacred Lotus? The lotus is a flower revered in many cultures, representing peace and a new beginning. The term 'Sacred Lotus' does not refer to a specific sub-species of lotus but to a type. The specific variety depends on the location, for example, the sacred lotus in India does not look like the sacred lotus of Viet Nam. A large lotus plant with a classic single-petal flower that is usually pink, white or white with red/pink edges is the image most people describe when they refer to the Sacred Lotus. We think you will be pleased with the lotus varieties that we have chosen to represent the Sacred Lotus! You will receive a large, single-petal lotus that is either soft red, white with red tips, pink or white -- selection is random.

At a glance

• Flower color: Red/Pink/White
• Flower type: Single or Few, less than 20 petals
• Plant height: Tall, 48" and taller
• Container: 16" 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.

Browse more multi-color lotus or see every large pond lotus we carry.