Day bloomers open mid to late morning and close mid to late afternoon. Night bloomers open at dusk and remain open until mid to late morning the next day. Dark cloudy days allow them to remain open later in the day. A pond containing both day and night blooming lilies can be enjoyed any hour of the day or night. Back to top 16.
Lotus are spectacular plants with large blossoms and magnificent foliage.
These exotic plants are sure to be the focal point of any water garden. Lotus are hardy plants boasting colorful flowers in varying degrees of red, pink, yellow and white, lasting 3 or more days. The blooming season begins in summer and continues into the fall. Big leafy foliage that seems to float above the water's surface adds to the exotic appeal. They require 5-6 hours of direct sunlight per day and should be fertilized freely during the growing season.