Nelumbo nucifera 'Empress'

Sacred Lotus, Bean of India, Indian Lotus

Family: Nelumbonaceae Nelumbo


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Mid Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Wet
Landscape uses Container, specimen
Height 24" to 5' / 60cm to 1.60m
Spread n/a
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color n/a
Fruit color Brown, green
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage