Nelumbo Nucifera 'Deepest Loving' Lotus
Best choice for pond owners seeking vibrant, heavy-blooming aquatic centerpieces.
Discover the 'Deepest Loving' Lotus, a stunning Nelumbo Nucifera variety from Play It Koi. This medium-sized aquatic plant boasts abundant, large double blooms with striking dark red petals and a contrasting yellow center, reaching approximately 7.5 inches across. Growing up to 4 feet tall, it's ideal for outdoor ponds in hardiness zones 4-8. Shipped as a bare root, it's known for its healthy root systems and ease of planting, promising a vibrant display of color and form.
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Category Rank
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Price vs Category Average
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Scientific Name
Nelumbo Nucifera
/ Nelumbo Nucifera
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a dramatic centerpiece for their water feature
- Pond owners wanting low-maintenance, pristine foliage
- Enthusiasts looking for consistent, high-impact summer color
Who should skip it
- Residents in regions with harsh, freezing winter climates
- Owners of small ponds or limited patio spaces
- Gardeners with shaded yards or minimal time for maintenance
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Large double petals create a dramatic, high-contrast focal point.
Root Viability
Healthy bare root stock ensures a strong start for new plantings.
Flowering Frequency
Consistent heavy blooming keeps the pond vibrant throughout the season.
Hardiness Range
Reliable performance across zones 4 through 8 for diverse climates.
Planting Ease
Bare root format simplifies setup for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
Light Demand
Requires significant sun exposure to achieve optimal growth and color.
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Nelumbo Nucifera
Variety
'Deepest Loving'
Flower Type
Double
Flower Diameter
Approximately 7.5 inches
Mature Height
Up to 4 feet (approx. 122 cm)
Hardiness Zones
4-8
Packaging
Bare Root
SKU
7767
Features
- Produces abundant, large double blooms
- Striking dark red petals with yellow center
- Medium size for various pond setups
- Shipped as a bare root for easy planting
- Known for healthy root systems
- Heavy bloomer
- Grows up to 4 feet tall
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the 'Deepest Loving' lotus tubers received from Play It Koi. Reviewers frequently note that the plants arrive healthy, well packaged, and ready for planting, which significantly contributes to high success rates. The primary sentiment revolves around the ease with which these lotuses establish and thrive, producing beautiful foliage and blooms quickly. This reliability makes the purchase feel like a strong investment for pond enthusiasts seeking vibrant aquatic additions.
Know before you buy
Shipping as a bare root means the plant arrives without soil or a pot, consisting primarily of the healthy rhizome and roots. This method is standard for lotus plants as it allows for easier inspection of the root system and encourages faster establishment once planted in your pond substrate.
The 'Deepest Loving' Lotus reaches a mature height of up to 4 feet, so it is best suited for ponds that can accommodate its vertical growth. Because it is a medium-sized variety, ensure your pond has enough surface area to allow the large, 7.5-inch blooms to open fully without being crowded by other aquatic plants.
No, this lotus does not require CO2 supplementation. It thrives in outdoor ponds with high light exposure, which is essential for its heavy blooming cycle.
The 'Deepest Loving' Lotus is hardy in zones 4-8. If you live in the colder end of this range, ensure the rhizome is placed deep enough in the pond so that it remains below the ice line during winter to protect it from freezing.
This variety is known as a heavy bloomer. Provided it receives the recommended high light levels and proper nutrition, you can expect an abundant display of its signature dark red, double-petaled flowers throughout the growing season.
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