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Growing Lotus Indoors? Not Enough Light

American lotus (Nelumbo lutea) grows 4-6 feet tall and needs full sun. It won't bloom indoors. Instead, start seed in a shallow tub outdoors: scarify seed on brick, plant 1 inch deep in clay soil, keep moist. Expect flowers next summer.

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