Colorful Lotus Mix – 10 Premium Seeds for Aquatic Gardens

Name : Colorful Lotus Mix – 10 Premium Seeds for Aquatic Gardens

Type Of Seed : Flower

Quantity : 0-100 G

Suitable For : Indoor & Outdoor

Color : Multicolor

Product Breadth : 1.5 Cm

Product Height : 1 Cm

Product Length : 1.5 Cm

Net Quantity (N) : Pack Of 1

Best Season to Grow Lotus

In India : Start in late spring to early summer (March to June) when temperatures are warm (25°C to 35°C).

step-by-step guide to growing lotus flowers from seeds :  

Step 1 : Get Fresh, Viable Seeds

Purchase seeds from a reputable supplier or collect them from mature lotus pods.

Healthy seeds are hard, dark brown or black, and about the size of a small marble.

✂ Step 2 : Scarify the Seeds

Lotus seeds have a hard outer shell that needs to be broken to encourage germination.

How to scarify :  

Use a metal file, sandpaper, or a knife to gently nick or file one end of the seed.

Stop once you see the lighter inner layer. Do not cut too deep.

Step 3 : Soak the Seeds

Place scarified seeds in a container of warm water (around 25–30°C / 77–86°F).

Change the water daily to prevent rot.

Within 3–7 days, seeds will swell and begin to sprout.

Step 4 : Let Seedlings Grow

Once sprouted, let the seedlings grow in water for another 1–2 weeks.

Wait until they develop 2–4 leaves and small roots before transplanting.

Step 5 : Transplant to Soil

Choose a wide, shallow container or pond.

Container tips :  

12–18 inches wide and 6–8 inches deep.

No drainage holes (to hold water).

Soil mix :  

Use heavy clay soil or garden soil.

Avoid potting mix—it’s too light and may float.

Planting :  

Press the seedling into the mud about 1–2 inches deep.

Add 2–4 inches of warm water

Country of Origin : India