Lotus

( LOH - tuss )

At-A-Glance Information

This genus of flowering perennials is for the most part a group of trailing prostrate plants that have eye-catching red to yellow flowers. they need full sun to partial shade and regular water to perform best. The commonly known water plant known as 'lotus' is not actually a part of this genus. 

Lotus Species and Varietals

Ideal growing zones for Lotus plants varies, depending on the species. For more information, see the descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.

Lotus berthelotii (Parrot's Beak)
This species of Lotus is a woody-based plant native to the Canary Islands and Cape Verde Islands that grows best in zones 9, 15-24 and H1. It reaches 8-12 inches tall and spreads 2-3 feet. Stems are covered with feathery, silvery-grey leaves Blossoms are scarlet and bloom in summertime. Great as a cascading plants over walls and rocks. It will die back in cold weather and will contract root rot issues if drainage is poor.
Lotus maculatus
This species grows best in zones 9 and 15-24 and is native to the Canary Islands. Grows 8-12 inches tall and 2-3 feet wide. It is known for its varieties, which are outlined below.
'Gold Flash'
This variety has bright yellow flowers with reddish-orange markings.
'New Gold Flash'
Yellow flowers with orange markings, better where nights stay warm.
'Amazon Sunset'
With orange-marked yellow flowers, best in areas where nights stay warm.

Caring for Lotus

Propagation

Problems and Pests

Gallery

Camellias are great candidates to be grown as container plants on your patio.
A field of thea sinensis
Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'

Videos

A video all about growing camellias successfully
Propagating camellias

Resources

The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 422, Lotus
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