Care Guide:
Name: Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera)
Season: Summer and monsoon bloomers
Type: Aquatic perennial
Soil Needs: Heavy loam/clay soil enriched with Talking Soil for nutrition
Light Requirement: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Watering: Keep water level just above leaves; never allow tubers to dry
Best Pot/Bed: Wide terracotta tubs, cement troughs, or bio-fiber aquatic containers
Propagation: Rhizomes/tubers planted in soil underwater
Special Care Tip: Remove old leaves; never let water stagnate completely; mulch in cold regions
Uses/Benefits: Sacred flower, pollinator-friendly, edible seeds and roots, ornamental ponds
Pests/Diseases: Aphids and leaf miners (wash gently or use neem oil spray)
Adding Talking Soil: Keeps tubers strong, supports bigger flowers, and nourishes aquatic ecosystems naturally
