🌸 Presentation
Nelumbo Cranberry Kiss is a spectacular lotus variety, admired for its large, cup-shaped white flowers delicately edged with deep cranberry red. This striking coloration adds elegance and a touch of romance, making it perfect as a focal point in a high-end pond or aquaponic system.
Its stems can reach impressive heights, and the broad leaves provide generous foliage that complements the beauty of the flowers. According to sources, this lotus can reach 70–100 cm in rhizome development, with flowers approximately 20–25 cm in diameter.
📏 Features & Dimensions
- Large lotus, vigorous development
- ~20–25 cm, simple (fewer than 20 petals), cup-shaped
- White petals with cranberry-red edges, golden stamens
- Large leaves, roughly 40–50 cm in diameter according to some nurseries
- –40 cm to –120 cm, requiring a sufficiently deep pond or container
- Can reach ~150–180 cm
- Suitable for overwintering in temperate climates
🌿 Cultivation & Care
Plant the rhizome in heavy, clay-rich soil or a substrate specifically formulated for aquatic plants to firmly anchor it. Ensure that your pond or container can accommodate the recommended planting depth. Full sun exposure is essential for optimal flowering.
Once established, Cranberry Kiss thrives on nutrients in an aquaponic system or can be fertilized in a conventional pond using appropriate aquatic fertilizers. Regular removal of faded leaves and flowers helps maintain plant health and encourages new blooms.
✨ Special Appeal for Aquaponics
With its impressive growth and spectacular flowers, Nelumbo Cranberry Kiss makes an excellent centerpiece for an aquaponic system or decorative pond. Its striking white and cranberry-red contrast adds elegance and visual impact, while its robustness and vigorous growth make it an ideal choice for aquaponics enthusiasts seeking both beauty and performance.
