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1. Scarify the Seeds: Japanese lotus seeds have a hard outer shell that needs to be scarified to encourage germination. Use a file, sandpaper, or a sharp knife to carefully nick or scrape off a small part of the seed’s shell. Be cautious not to damage the inner part of the seed. You only need to scarify one end of the seed, exposing the inner seed without fully cracking it. 2. Soak the Seeds: Place the scarified seeds in a container filled with warm water (about 70-80°F or 21-27°C). The seeds should sink to the bottom. If any seeds float, discard them as they are likely not viable. Change the water daily to prevent stagnation and to maintain a warm temperature. After 2-7 days, the seeds should start to swell, and you may see small sprouts emerging. 3. Initial Growth Stage: Continue soaking the seeds until the sprouts reach about 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) in length. At this stage, small leaves (cotyledons) may start to unfold on the surface of the water. Ensure that the water is kept warm and fresh by changing it daily. 4. Transferring to a Larger Container: Once the seedlings have developed a few leaves and are strong enough, transfer them to a larger container filled with water. The container should be deep enough to allow the roots to grow and the leaves to float freely on the surface. You can use clean stones or marbles to anchor the seedlings if needed. 5. Maintaining the Water Environment: Keep the water warm and clean. If possible, place the container in a sunny location as lotus plants thrive in full sunlight. Avoid using tap water with chlorine; if using tap water, let it sit out for 24 hours before adding it to the container. Regularly top up the water to ensure the roots are always submerged. 6. Leaf and Flower Development: As the plant grows, it will start producing larger leaves and eventually flower stalks. This process can take several months, so patience is key. Continue to maintain the water quality and ensure the plant receives plenty of sunlight. 7. Long-Term Care: Once the lotus plant is established, it may produce flowers that bloom in summer. Even without fertilizer and soil, the plant can thrive as long as the water environment is maintained properly. The lotus may not bloom as prolifically without soil nutrients, but it can still produce beautiful foliage and some flowers. This method focuses on hydroponic-like growth, where the plant absorbs nutrients directly from the water and sunlight, even without traditional soil preparation.
Scarify Seeds: Lightly file or nick the hard outer shell of the seeds to expose the inner seed.
Change Water Daily: Refresh water daily to prevent stagnation and maintain temperature.
Wait for Sprouts: Seeds should swell and sprout within 2-7 days.
Grow to 4-6 Inches: Allow sprouts to reach 4-6 inches with small leaves emerging.
Transfer to Larger Container: Move seedlings to a larger water-filled container.
Maintain Water Quality: Keep water clean, warm, and topped up; avoid chlorinated water.
Ensure Sunlight: Place the container in full sunlight for optimal growth.
Be Patient: Expect leaf and flower development over several months.