Lotus Seeds (Buy 25 Seeds Get 25 Free)

The seeds have a successful germination rate of over 80%, the seeds in the packet can be used for several sowings.

The seeds can be grown in all seasons through the year, other than in frost. Start germinating your seeds indoors in warm well-lit rooms.

Carefully scarify your seeds by gently filing a small part of the hard seed coat. This helps water penetrate and stimulates faster germination. Place the scarified seeds in warm water (about 80-90°F), remembering to change the water daily to keep it fresh and prevent stagnation.

Timeline overview

• Seedling to established plant: 6–12 weeks to produce several true leaves and a robust rhizome in warm, controlled conditions.
• First flowering from seed: In optimal warm climates and with good care: 3–4 months from germination (early flowering possible in the first growing season).

Factors that speed flowering

• Water temperature and ambient warmth: warmer accelerates growth; lotus are tropical/subtropical growers and need sustained warmth.
• Light: full sun (6+ hours/day) is essential for bud production.
• Container depth/soil and nutrients: shallow containers (20–40 cm depth) with heavy loam and controlled fertilization encourage flowering.