Lotus » Large Lotus » Nelumbo 'Mrs. Perry D. Slocum'

An exceptional lotus with large changeable flowers. Blooms start out a soft pink and turn yellow as the flower ages. Plant prefers large tub.

Hybridizer/Founder:

Slocum 1964

Flowers:

Rosy pink and yellow, turning more pink each day it opens. Flower size: 8-12 in. Fragrance is strong anise scent, very pleasant.

Leaves:

Leaf size 18-23 in.

Spread:

Medium to large spread. Plant height 4-6 feet.

Situation:

Full sun.

Characteristics:

This cultivar is especially free flowering, and one plant may produce three differently colored flowers at the same time.