{"product_id":"pink-sacred-lotus-seeds","title":"Pink Sacred Lotus Seeds - Nelumbo Nucifera, 20 seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Seeds \/ pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Sacred Lotus (\u003cem\u003eNelumbo nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking aquatic plant with large, rounded leaves and elegant cup-shaped blooms held above the water. It is grown in ponds, large tubs, and water features in warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose our seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, dramatic leaves and upright cup-shaped blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited to ponds, large tubs, and container water gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive seed pods add ornamental interest after flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow Pink Sacred Lotus seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChoose Your Planting Method\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoors: Start in warm water indoors where you can keep temperatures steady.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoors: Plant out only when nights stay reliably warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrepare Your Materials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall file or sandpaper for scarifying the hard seed coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass of warm water for soaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy aquatic soil or clay-based garden soil (no lightweight potting mix)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide container without drainage holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSowing the Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNick or file the hard seed coat until the cream-colored interior shows, then soak in warm water at 75-85°F (24-29°C), changing the water daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce sprouted, plant in heavy aquatic soil with the seed just under the surface, under 2-4 inches of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvide the Right Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 75-85°F (24-29°C) water temperature for sprouting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGermination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprouts often emerge 1-7 days after scarifying and soaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the water warm and change it daily until the seed is planted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove to the final container once roots develop; keep the growing tip above the soil surface, submerged under shallow water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive each plant a wide container of its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Keep the water level steady; top up as it evaporates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizer: Feed with aquatic fertilizer tablets during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed-grown plants can vary, and may take a season or more to flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer; seed-grown plants may take a season or more to reach flowering size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pemdas Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402808111310,"sku":"Q003","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/5109\/8574\/files\/il_fullxfull.5760810328_29il.jpg?v=1790474973","url":"https:\/\/pemdasgarden.com\/products\/pink-sacred-lotus-seeds","provider":"Pemdas Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}