Growing Lotus from Seed: Germination, Potting, and Seed‑Per‑Pot Advice

Germination Steps

1. Select fertile seeds (large, hard). Discard shriveled ones.
2. File or crack the dark seed coat until a white/yellow spot appears (don’t split).
3. Soak in pond water; change water daily to prevent fungus.
4. When sprout emerges, place seed on wet mud surface, barely covered.
5. Keep mud moist, not submerged. Once leaves and roots develop, lower to a few inches depth.
6. Gradually deepen over weeks to 3–6 inches (dwarf) or deeper (giant).
7. Protect from fish.

Follow‑Up: Seeds Per Pot

5‑gallon pots in half‑whiskey barrels (25 gal). Recommend 1 seed/pot if space/time allows; otherwise 2–5 seeds/pot, then thin/transplant survivors.

Note

Author’s attempt failed at outdoor potting stage; luck varies.