Starting Water Lotus from Seed

Lets grow some water lotus from seed! It's so easy and fun :)
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[@MIgardener]

WOW! I knew it was somewhat easy, but now I will totally do this and save a TON of money. Thanks Bill! They are like $25 for a nice mature plant from the pond guy.

[@PlantzNThings]

Yes they can get very pricey. In my area they are between 60-80 dollars each.. It's crazy because these plants are very easy to grow.

[@Brembelia]

PlantzNThings Yah, the least they could do is give you a fancy presentation/fish bowl or something for that kind of money. I'd have guilt attacks but it's a different world today.

[@jeffcarmen1]

25? more like 45-55 buck for a lotus plant here in pennsylvania

[@Brembelia]

Why not grow them from a seed? It's not difficult to do and tons cheaper.

[@sleepersix]

They are $100 now in Texas

[@sonnydo95]

aquatic soil for plants are very expensive...! I just learned that you can just use top soil and mix with clay. You can fertilize ur lotus after they have leaves or during their blooming season.!! you can use clay litter for cat! (pure clay with no deodorant, and other stuff added) I bought in Walmart!!

[@kimlewis5429]

Ty for this info.. I waa completely stumped about the clay lol. First time with aquatic plants.

[@vasudevbangera5286]

sometimes its fertile yet float but after the water fills up the seed it sprouts amazing thanks buddy for the video

[@fatherthomas1575]

Vasudev Bangera good to know, I was worried about that thx

[@papasmurf7688]

I really enjoy your videos Ty... May I suggest using kitty liter from Walmart the non scented and non clumping works great with planting lotus and safe for koi ponds...

[@PlantzNThings]

That's a Great suggestion... I think i'll give that a try.

[@jdegannesstory]

Its great to see how enthusiastic you are about plants :) Thanks for sharing. I have grown lotus from seeds too. I live in Trinidad (in the Caribbean) so its nice and hot here. My method is to rub the side of the seed on 80 grade sandpaper this has worked well for me. Don't know the exact name of my lotus but the flower is a double, quite large and its pink. Maybe I will make a video too soon.

[@jeffcarmen1]

ever think of using kitty litter? lots of clay based litters, 1/3 the cost of 'pond' soil, my lillies grow very well, also i do use pond tabs monthly

[@PlantzNThings]

Jeffcarmen Manila I have been told many times to try kitty litter but haven't taken that leap yet. as for the pond tabs.. no I've not tried them.. not because I didn't want too, rather they are hard to find in my area.

[@libramagyk]

2 minutes in and you're humour is fun

[@DAAC86]

I have just started my own seedlings and they are very quick to grow they startet just about 5 days after i put them in water so soon i will plant them in they soil, i hope they turn out great :D

[@LaurieFaust]

Do you follow up video’s from this one? I’d love to see all of these lotus videos after this one! I’m starting the soaking process today and need more instructions after planting them! Thanks!

[@lorrieworden3652]

I just started mine today and used sand paper. Works very well and no risk of cutting anything off. ; - ))))))

[@joycepetrina2791]

I really appreciate you and your clear instruction. Thank you😊

[@williamhwl]

Very fun and interesting !! Looking forward to see how it grow and blooms..Thanks for sharing Bill :D

[@Justbme2887]

blue lotus is my favorite and very real

[@RebeccaAndFamily]

I found it easier to soak them for an hour or so first and then make the cut, it softens up a bit.

[@laurenderwacter4351]

Did you have any luck growing your seeds?

[@TruthIsNot4Sale]

Yes as others have also said You can sand them down a bit on the part that has the bump.

[@tamaraprevitali1990]

Always a fun adventure - thanks for sharing ;) love your videos

[@gherkin1994]

The best way to scarify the Nelumbo nucifera seeds is with a coarse-grit sand paper. I usually grind both ends down until I can see the endosperm (the white inner part of the seed) and its always a good idea to wear gloves while scarifying the seeds, just in case of a slip-of-hand. Then you can soak the scarified seeds in some water until the leaf seed erupts!

[@beckyw1962]

Sandpaper is much safer and works great.

[@aprilmorgan9899]

What kind of light would they need when brought indoors?

[@Brembelia]

It has been two weeks. Where is the next installment? I'm anxious to see how things are coming along and what comes next with the seedlings.

[@PlantzNThings]

sorry, I've posted some update photos on my Plantznthings what's growing page on Facebook. I'll try and make a video this weekend.

[@Brembelia]

PlantzNThings Yes, please do. My Blue Fairy Lotus seed I started (using this vid-clip) has put out a root and I need to know the end game on this. I used a diamond file on the non-pointed end. It was work but I found there is a little round "door" that popped out/off on that end (Hobbit door?) Inside was light brown and I thought it was dead, but the seed didn't float (you see: I knew that from watching), so, maybe it is just very old (I got it from Thailand; my baggie had funny leaves on it, too. I'm not asking any questions,) but the sprout looks very strong and healthy and it looks like it has every intention of growing. Really love your vid-clip; thanks for making it!!!! :D

[@PlantzNThings]

That's Awesome! sounds like your seedling will be just fine :) They grow like weeds in warm water... so if you want speed.. add an aquarium heater to the water. Around 82F is what they really like :)

[@Brembelia]

PlantzNThings 82 degrees F... will do. And thanks, again!

[@PlantzNThings]

Are you also growing some from seed?

[@ABITOFTHISANDTHAT12]

good video, I'm growing the same just want to check what the water temp should be and that the seeds that u planted are completely underwater as I've got my leaves above water level? not sure.

[@xeno112]

I bought some pink lotus seed's a month ago, but I didn't try planting them yet. Your video will definitely help, so thanks. I'm going to try a metal file instead of a knife though. BTW sorry if I'm hard to understand, I live in Germany and English is my third language.

[@PlantzNThings]

Good Luck with your seeds :) 3 languages... that's awesome... I think it's hard just speaking 1 sometimes :)

[@xeno112]

PlantzNThings Well I was born in Poland and I live in Germany so I had to learn those languages. But English is the only important language for me since it really opens up the world and gives me access to more information. I planted some Mimosa Pudica seeds yesterday, have you ever tried planting those? Love your videos and hope to see more of your Lotus plants.

[@PlantzNThings]

Sagara Snyden Mimosa Pudica are fun plants to grow. I plant some from time to time during the summer. the leaves are fun to play with :)

[@GeekOutHangout]

you can clip the end of the seed with a toe nail clipper, i clip the side with a dimple. the toe nail clipper I user are the ones that are kinda shaped like scissors, and they are really sharp, heavy duty and work great.. i get mine from walgreens :)

[@PlantzNThings]

Geek Out Hangout Very interesting. I would have never thought to try using nail clippers.

[@truleykumar]

PlantzNThings Where's the Next Update Water Lotus from Seed , Give me a link

[@wendylluv8173]

I did it and is easier.

[@reneenelsen7416]

Use pliers to hold the seed then grate or sand it gently, just enough to crack the shell with out damaging the seed.

[@twissan]

Do they need light for growth or can they grow by water and soil alone?

[@capt.jeffzavatsky2838]

zone 5 growing great

[@audaciousthelovedovejones9151]

Sorry, I can't find the video that shows their growth. Can someone help me find that video if it exists?

[@BabyFunny01]

Great video! Oh I wondering if you not finish the seeds what you do with them? or can you share with me?

[@dawnsmith9674]

Hi i was watching your website regarding water lotous .I have all colours except the blue Nymphaea.If you can help metoget the blue lotous i will be so grateful thanks

[@HeatherRawVeganHenry]

Just wanted to throw this out there, in case it helps anyone. Lotus seeds are a mega pain to break into. Bonsai scissors are awesome to cut into them with. It was easy peasy. Just cut on the side that isn't flat, but bumps out somewhat.

[@PlantzNThings]

+3AMArt DotNet Great suggestion! Thank you

[@thomaslakutis9045]

Did you ever move these out of the buckets and into different pots?

[@PlantzNThings]

+Thomas Lakutis I didn't... i ended up tossing them because i was running out of space.

[@thomaslakutis9045]

+PlantzNThings How sensitive are they to being transplanted after they have been growing for a while? I started some seeds about a week ago and they've grown so fast that I have to get them planted but they will have to be transplanted again once it get warm outside.

[@edwardginibun5326]

Hi. I have a set of seeds fresh from their pod ad how should i prepare them if i want to plant them ? Thanks

[@TranVo-AnNhien]

Can I have the name 2 types of sand you mixed in the pot. I am growing them too but don’t know what sand will be good.

[@GarrettSpring]

Can't wait to start some lotus this season!! :p

[@anaarevalo79]

Do you put them in direct sun light after planting. thanks

[@dianehayes4565]

I read to open the dimple end and housing like sand paper remove some of that dimple end then proçede.

[@herbavitas3252]

So u can grow few plants in one bucket?

[@kiddmuscle]

Hello,I tried to poke a hole in my seeds and the whole entire shell came off,will they still grow?

[@darlenereisterer5653]

You can use a sander to take it down to just where you see white

[@AbidAli]

Watching this video after 10 years 😮

[@nyesafoster3836]

Same!! 🤣

[@custommaster9131]

plantznstuff can u help me with my bluelotus, I tried to grow then just like u said and they sprouted great in the water bowl, the got about 6 inches long then I pot them in a fish bowl with soil at the bottom then pea rock on top, once I put them in there they stop growing and start to turn colors.please helo

[@rufflife3943]

can I see the updates on the flower? Are they still alive??

[@kiddmuscle]

I know this is for water Lillie's,but Whenever I try to plant it after they germinate,they have been dieing afterwards .What can I be doing that is wrong?

[@wendylluv8173]

Are you using rain water?

[@61doodle]

those are really cool and I love the packaging haha. Now I am wondering if they would do well here in the desert as we get plenty hot, maybe too hot :)

[@PlantzNThings]

I think they would be ok... they thrive in the heat... they grow in water so humidity shouldn't be an issue

[@stuartchang1270]

can i use potting mix instead of garden soil please reply asap??

[@hortonnoah44]

Hi bill, I live in canada too and I REALLY want to grow these. I'm going to try and buy some off of eBay but I was wondering... Where did the seeds you bought come from? Most of them on there are from china, and I don't want to end up paying duty when I go through customs. Recommendations?

[@PlantzNThings]

sorry for the late reply. I can't remember where I bought these from.. I have bought seeds from all over the world and have had no problem having them come across the boarder nor have I had to pay duty (so far) I think it's a dollar value thing.

[@reenadeng4eva]

what temperature is the water suppose to be at?

[@pushkardey]

reena chang 82-85 Deg F or 27-30 Deg C... best of luck

[@wwinarto1917]

How often do you change the water?

[@sissymurphy9620]

Instead of opening them all you have to do is sand off the pointer edge of the seed .i have grown 20 of them in the last 5 years .Lilies and lotus seed s can all be grown the same way .I put them in a wine glass in my kitchen window this way as the stems grow they have support from the tall wine glass.I also plant them after that into 100 % clay kitty litter

[@PlantzNThings]

i have tried using sand paper... but i think i sand more skin off my fingers than i do the seed..lol

[@sissymurphy9620]

I actually used a nail file .1 of those metal ones .You can also use a rasp or metal file that they sell in the tool section .I gradually found easier ways .I used ones of those small hobby clamps to hold the seeds also .

[@PlantzNThings]

A clamp would help a lot..lol

[@Skatemasters418]

PlantzNThings thank you so much for your video! how long before there is an actual lotus root, the long white roots that you can cook?

[@growingthings6232]

Cool video Bill

[@goddondo]

I'm itching! we got more snow tho.... hopefully it will stop :)

[@arkana56]

How many pads does a single seed can grow?

[@babestango6265]

i have only loam soil. can that work??

[@PlantzNThings]

You can try it.... it will likely float for a like time... but should eventually settle

[@BrianKrenshaw22]

easier and safer way to open the seeds is a grinder to smooth the edges down until a tiny amount of white is showing.

[@PlantzNThings]

+Brian Crenshaw That would be easier. :)

[@BrianKrenshaw22]

So much easier I did 40 in 10-15 minutes.

[@triumphmanful]

I used my belt sander. Just till some white begins to show. Then soak in warm water . Now there are stems with small leaves, I must plant them now.

[@purebloodgirl1]

Pliers work great for cracking them open.

[@clairemcheskin]

It's nelumbo nucifera I am growing, are they real lotuses? The pink ones.

[@shekeal2810]

clairemcheskin yes

[@frankielofaro4778]

i used sand paper and it worked well, took like 30 secs per seed tho.

[@custommaster9131]

also can u make a video one cutting lucky bamboo to make two plants

[@adamsherman5024]

cool!

[@aquariumworld22]

which side i shuld cut out the seeds

[@growingthings6232]

You know the itching is getting crazy ! I was out in the cold turning over the raised beds getting ready for Veggies lol! Would suck if you were planting Rabbit poop lol

[@PlantzNThings]

I was also out yesterday looking around to see if there are any signs of life. wishful thinking I guess :( we are getting buried with snow again :(

[@growingthings6232]

I know friggin winter will not let go ! Ehh well ill just sit inside and think of the warmer days

[@PlantzNThings]

indeed :) That's what our grow rooms are for :)

[@growingthings6232]

even though nothing beats beig outside watching the garden groan with growth

[@lindseyb1421]

Great video by the way! :))

[@Fadelatmurshidsyahi]

Can I use sand ?

[@Brembelia]

What kind of heating pad are you using, where did you get it and what does it run? Thanks, :)

[@PlantzNThings]

I bought my seed starting heat mat from LeeValley.com it runs roughly 10 degrees above ambient temp. just perfect for plants.. It will not cook them :)

[@Brembelia]

PlantzNThings Thank you for this information. I don't like FB and rarely go there. I'm a KZbin person. :)

[@mariuszczaplicki4283]

You can use a bench grinder

[@KrishnaEverson]

Can I just toss my seeds into my existing pot and let them do their thing?

[@PlantzNThings]

Sure you can. I would suggest soaking them in a separate glass or bucket prior to planting them... these seeds really dirty the water in the first few days of soaking.

[@KrishnaEverson]

PlantzNThings Awesome. It's mid summer in Australia and my plant has just bloomed. So I'll just soak them and toss them in the pot, and they can flower in a couple of years then?

[@PlantzNThings]

Sounds Great... you Should get flowers the second year.. I have heard people say that it's possible to get blooms within 8 months from seed... that seems a little fast but they can grow very fast when given the perfect conditions.

[@judithirizarry9952]

BEST TOOL TO BREAK THE LOTUS SEED WITHOUT DAMAGING IT...GENTLY TRY A HAMMER. IT CRACKS IN THE MIDDLE. GOOD TO GO...

[@SatyaSaiSanathan]

Well one thing to the lotus seed growers, never let the growing tip (Uncurled Leaf) below the water surface. It will make the leaf unhealthy. Telling with experience !

[@chunfu2]

Bill, did you know we chinese use lotus seeds for everyday soups and dishes?

[@xeno112]

I read somewhere that the whole Plant is edible?

[@chunfu2]

Sagara Snyden Never heard of that...

[@Thedrewsstuff]

The blue lotus or Nymphaea caerulea is a specific species indigenous to Africa.

[@POP-i1n]

A gentle tap with a hammer will put a crack in the seed.

[@destensgaming669]

the flower that creats the lotus seed pod

[@HellsKitchenMichelle]

I got mine from amazon

[@pimmy289locy8]

Where I can buy seed lotus pleas I live in New Zealand

[@PlantzNThings]

I bought them from EBAY for Cheap

[@lydiaahubbell8545]

my seeds off Amazon came with end drilled

[@AngelDawnT]

Just a FYI you know what I found to work really well to open the seeds? Doggy toenail clippers the round kind just clip that tip right off :)

[@PlantzNThings]

Hmmm, That's a Good Idea... I might have to buy one and give it a try... Thanks :)

[@rcasey81]

Nice Weed baggies

[@PlantzNThings]

HAHA...Indeed..lol

[@jaspermorse8210]

I got them

[@snarkygrin4132]

What's growing in that bottle? Looks like a Starbuck's frappucinno bottle.

[@PlantzNThings]

I think that's the Brassia Orchid seedlings :)

[@barbarahogan5726]

Hey use the big black nail file,,, I use file on Canna seeds

[@hickr7451]

Use an emory board to file through the Shell gonna lose a finger lol

[@phinhager6509]

I used a metal file to score the seeds I scored seeds took ten minutes to do seven seeds but wasn't bad.

[@sunshinecarnivores1919]

Every part of the water lotus plant is edible.

[@sakisdoritis2786]

The variety from Egypt is blue

[@markschultz8661]

There's no such thing as blue lotus. There's only blue water lily. Water lily and lotus are VERY OFTEN confused together. Often water lilies are advertised as water lotus.

[@fatherthomas1575]

Mark Schultz don't tell Google search....

[@happybuddyperson]

Someone shipped you seeds in a weed baggie? Strange.

[@Brembelia]

Musta been Snowbabysmile. She ships all her seeds in those distinctive baggies.

[@AiletteR]

West Winds Yep, that's who I bought mine from :P

[@happybuddyperson]

Very strange.

[@benschwartz7102]

What is the scientific name?

[@clairemcheskin]

Ben Schwartz Nelumbo nucifera

[@benschwartz7102]

thanks!

[@shekeal2810]

Ben Schwartz Nelumbo Nucifera

[@shekeal2810]

Hihi nice baggie

[@michelemccuen1976]

huh change the water? In nature dont need water change

[@lapchurng]

Google say you can use sand paper or a nail file

[@PlantzNThings]

I have not had success with that method...lol I file more of my fingers than the seed...lol

[@lapchurng]

@@PlantzNThings I just ordered some seeds and will try!

[@lapchurng]

@@PlantzNThings my eBay seeds finally arrived. I decided not to crack at all and throw 1 into my fish tank. It sprouted today!

[@momdoan]

I saw a guy hit it with a hammer. What do you think about that?

[@p.rcoursey44]

I crack mine with a hammer. My lotus came from Amazon with no instructions.

[@nirmaladongol440]

Exaggerating is not like hard cover.i grow lotus too and I make prayer bead easy to make hole.any way thank you.

[@moonfichter7899]

I can't even cut a hole in the shell

[@whatzittooya1639]

you sound like Seth green...

[@bleumiette]

A

[@AiletteR]

Took me 10 seconds to score with a hand dremel. :)

[@rebeccachilds7442]

How do I plant a small confederate rose sprout from the mother tree

[@rodelitocaballero2409]

Sandpaper is the easiest way to do it..

[@PlantzNThings]

I've tried sand paper many times... the only thing that gets removed is my finger tips...lol

[@rodelitocaballero2409]

@@PlantzNThings hahahaha