Little Beauty in Nanyue Lotus – Lovely Red Micro Lotus

$29.00

Little Beauty in Nanyue Lotus is a micro lotus from China. The flower is pink , it is one of our favorite micro lotus and excellent blooming. It will be very surprised.

Note: the tubers of micro lotus are very small, with often only 1 growing point.

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Description

Nelumbo ‘Little Beauty in Nanyue ‘
Color: Red
Size: Micro
Leaf Height: 6 inches to 8 inches ( 15 to 20 cm)
Flower Type: Double
Flower Diameter: 1.25 to 1.75 inches (3.0 to 4.4 cm)
Flower Height: 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm)
Flowering Period: July
Comments: Best to grow in a 6 inch (15 cm) pot. A larger pot will produce a bigger plant

Guidelines for growing Micro Lotus:

Start with a pot size of 15 cm or about 6 inches in diameter. This will assure good growth and flower production. The smallest pot which may be used is 6 cm or 2.3 inches in diameter – this is only recommended for the experienced grower.
Plant tuber when average temperature is above 68 F (20 C)
Plant in a well ventilated, outdoor area
Make sure pot stays full of water – micro lotus will dry up quickly due to their small pot size
Flowering temperature is 77 F (25 C) to 95 F (35 C)
Water is best at a neutral pH ( 7.0)
Fertilize every 15 days with a weak application of aquatic fertilizer (1/4 Tablet)
Remove old leaves and flowers only when “dead, with no signs of green”. This will encourage new growth.
Allow for winter dormancy but do not let tuber freeze.

Because of their small size, Micro Lotus can be a challenge to grow.