Mrs. Perry D. Slocum Lotus
Nelumbo nucifera
USDA Zones: 4- 9

This is a reliable and freely blooming hardy lotus. The flower changes and there can be flowers of three different colors on the plant at one time. They start out pink flushed with yellow, the next day the flowers are pink and yellow, the third day the flowers are a cream color flushed with pink. This lotus is for medium to large pools, but will bloom in a container garden.

Bloom Period: Early Summer to Fall
Growth Habit: 4 or 5 feet tall, the leaves can be up to 2 feet across.

Cultural Requirements
Sun Exposure: Full Sun