{"product_id":"pink-sacred-lotus-seeds-nelumbo-nucifera-for-planting-heirloom-non-gmo-aquatic-flower-seeds","title":"Pink Sacred Lotus Seeds (Nelumbo Nucifera) for Planting – Heirloom \u0026 Non-GMO Aquatic Flower Seeds","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003ePlanting and Growing Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e1. Scarification (Essential for Germination):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eGently nick or file one end of each seed to expose the inner core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eBe careful not to damage the inner seed—this step allows water absorption and is crucial for germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e2. Soaking the Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003ePlace scarified seeds in a bowl of warm, clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eChange water daily to prevent mold and bacterial growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eSeeds will swell and begin sprouting within 4–7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003e3. Transplanting Sprouted Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003eOnce seedlings reach 4–6 inches, transfer them to a container filled with heavy clay loam or aquatic planting media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eGently press the sprouted seed into the soil with the root facing downward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eSubmerge the container under 2–4 inches of water, gradually increasing the water depth as the plant grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e4. Ideal Growing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eRequires full sun for optimal flowering (6–8 hours daily).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eIdeal temperature: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003e75–85°F (24–29°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eSuitable for USDA zones 4–10 if grown in deep water or overwintered indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003e5. Maintenance and Flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003eAvoid fast-moving water or fountains; calm water is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003eLotus may bloom within the first year if started early in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003eOverwinter in frost-free locations or store dormant tubers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Earthechoseeds","offers":[{"title":"100 pcs","offer_id":52038963757399,"sku":"sanju89-jghdd-78384","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 pcs","offer_id":52038963790167,"sku":"sanju89-jghdd-62384","price":35.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 pcs","offer_id":52038963822935,"sku":"sanju89-jghdd-52384","price":56.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 pcs","offer_id":52038963855703,"sku":"sanju89-jghdd-42384","price":83.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 pcs","offer_id":52038963888471,"sku":"sanju89-jghdd-32384","price":119.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 pcs","offer_id":52038963921239,"sku":"sanju89-jghdd-122384","price":137.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0908\/4836\/2839\/files\/Sacred_lotus_Nelumbo_nucifera.jpg?v=1761729522","url":"https:\/\/earthechoseeds.com\/en-gb\/products\/pink-sacred-lotus-seeds-nelumbo-nucifera-for-planting-heirloom-non-gmo-aquatic-flower-seeds","provider":"Earthechoseeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}