Bowl lotus is a term given to the smallest growing lotus. The bowl lotus produce small leaves, small flowers and rhizomes. The leaves may grow 6 inches (15 cm) to 10 inches (25.5 cm) high. Bowl lotus are commonly grown in China but are also found in Japan, Thailand and throughout East Asia. They are perfect to grow as an accent plant on a stand, ledge or even a table top.
🌼Why choose Bowl lotus?
Delicate and beautiful: The flowers are small, delicate, charming and unique.
Suitable for small spaces: It can grow easily without a large pond.
Easy to care for: The water quality and light requirements are simple and easy to understand, suitable for beginners and experienced gardeners.
🌱How to Grow
1.Choose a container or bowl with a diameter of at least 25 inches(2 ft) and a depth of 8 inches.
2.Fill the container with garden red soil, heavy clay soil, loamy soil, or a mix of clay and loamy soil.
3.Plant the bowl lotus pink tuber on top of the soil with the growing tips facing upwards, at a depth of 2-3 inches from the water level.
Fill the container with freshwater or rainwater, avoiding water with chlorine or other chemicals that may harm the plant.
4.Wait patiently for a few weeks for the tuber to sprout, then maintain a water level of 2-3 inches above the soil as the plant grows.
5.Place the container in a sunny location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
6.Periodically remove dead or dying leaves to maintain plant health.
🪴Necessary Tips:
Change the water if it becomes cloudy or oily.
Avoid using composted materials to prevent a foul smell and plant rot.
Plant the bowl lotus tubers outdoors for optimal growth.
Do not disturb the plant's location after planting.
Cut the stems above the water level during maintenance to avoid drowning the plant
