Lotus 'American'
Nelumbo lutea
American, or Yellow Lotus, is a native aquatic perennial with large, cupped yellow to creamy white flowers. The seeds are eaten by varies waterfowl and muskrats will sometimes eat the foliage.
American Lotus grows best in full sun and still water.
Seasonal Availability: Typically available June through September, depending on supplier availability.
Characteristics
Size: 2-4 inches tall, 4-6 feet wide.
Submersion Depth: 10-25 cm.
Hardiness: Zone 4
Native and Bee-Friendly
Care
Full sun outdoors (6-8+ hours of direct sun) and Part shade outdoors (4 hours of direct sun)
All plants classified as water plants prefer wet roots or to be partially submerged, depending on their submersion depth preferences. Plants with a submersion depth starting with 0cm can be planted in wet areas in the garden, in addition to pond edges.
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