5 Orange Yellow Lotus Seeds Nelumbo nucifera Flowering Bloom Hardy Tropical 939

HOW TO GERMINATE LOTUS SEEDS There are many ways to germinate lotus seeds! Look at your seed, there is a small brown spot which is the resting bud, this is where new leaves will grow. It’s a good idea to mark this side up before sowing so you can tell which way is up when planting. The best time to germinate your lotus seeds depends on whether they have been presoaked or not. If the brown spot has turned green, there is no need to presoak if it is still brown soak your seeds overnight in tepid water (moderately warm/lukewarm) before sowing.   STEPS TO GERMINATE To help your seeds germinate you can poke a small hole into the soil or add a layer of sand to the top of your potting mix, add water and allow this to drain through. 1.      Fill a pot with sterile potting mix and tamp down to remove air pockets. Then place your lotus seeds on top so that the brown spot is facing downwards and cover with a thin layer of fine grit or sand. 2.      Water the pot well, allow the excess water to d