Author Topic: Lotus time! (Read 2036 times)

matherfish · « **on:** January 25, 2016, 10:33:43 AM »

In a little over a month I will start dividing lotuses and begin selling tubers near the end of March and through May. I will be posting pics from now until then if you are interested in seeing the different varieties. You can contact me here by messaging me, or email me at matherfish@aol.com.The first one is Bai Quinye.

Bob_A · « **Reply #1 on:** January 26, 2016, 05:20:33 PM »

Are they inside now?

matherfish · « **Reply #2 on:** January 26, 2016, 05:58:12 PM »

Hi Bob. The lotuses are outside in pots with plastic over them.
Today's lotus variety is Ben Gibson!

Bob_A · « **Reply #3 on:** January 26, 2016, 07:53:29 PM »

Mine still have at least a few inches of ice over them. However, it's supposed to get up to the 40s over the next few days.

matherfish · « **Reply #4 on:** January 27, 2016, 08:48:03 AM »

Bob, mine are still also in the cold but our temps hit 50 yesterday so our snow has melted. Sorry that last picture was not a good one, but you still get an idea as to what the bloom looks like.
Today's lotus is Bua Loung

matherfish · « **Reply #5 on:** January 28, 2016, 07:04:23 PM »

Another beautiful lotus is the Charles Thomas!

matherfish · « **Reply #6 on:** January 30, 2016, 07:31:48 AM »

Today's lotus is the outstanding gorgeous swarf sized lotus called Chawan Basu!

matherfish · « **Reply #7 on:** February 02, 2016, 03:26:55 PM »

Today's lotus pic is the gorgeous Chinese Double Rose. See my web page for pics of a variety of lotuses. I will be selling them in April so be ready.

matherfish · « **Reply #8 on:** February 09, 2016, 01:03:40 PM »

Today's beautiful lotus is the dwarf lotus, Frankly Scarlet.

matherfish · « **Reply #9 on:** February 09, 2016, 10:33:36 PM »

This beautiful small lotus is named "Friendly Pink." Such a beautiful striking color!

matherfish · « **Reply #10 on:** February 12, 2016, 08:51:42 AM »

Today's lotus is the small growth pattern lotus called Green Maiden.

Bob_A · « **Reply #11 on:** February 12, 2016, 01:18:30 PM »

Wish that I had more room, Frank.

matherfish · « **Reply #12 on:** February 12, 2016, 09:06:53 PM »

I understand, Bob. Wish I had more room also.

Today's lotus is the beautiful Joyful Eyes, a dwarf lotus.

matherfish · « **Reply #13 on:** February 15, 2016, 05:09:11 PM »

Today's lotus for viewing is Little Dancing Girl!

matherfish · « **Reply #14 on:** February 17, 2016, 09:19:13 PM »

Little Golden Phoenix is a dwarf lotus that is extremely rare. It has a creamy bloom and is a good bloomer!

matherfish · « **Reply #15 on:** March 26, 2016, 09:42:09 PM »

I will start dividing the lotuses this next week. Probably will only do three or four since it is still early in the season. The first one will be Bai Qianye. It is a nice dwarf lotus.

matherfish · « **Reply #16 on:** March 26, 2016, 09:44:06 PM »

I might also point out that it is a good bloomer. I will be selling the tubers once I have divided the plant.

Jerry · « **Reply #17 on:** April 02, 2016, 12:05:27 PM »

beautiful!
My daughter is in Memphis today. They had a wedding in New Orleans and took the opportunity to fly in.

matherfish · « **Reply #18 on:** April 03, 2016, 06:32:45 PM »

Memphis is about a 4.5 hours drive from here. Is she staying in Memphis very long?

Jerry · « **Reply #19 on:** April 03, 2016, 11:26:49 PM »

they fly home Wednesday :'(

matherfish · « **Reply #20 on:** April 04, 2016, 08:08:41 AM »

She has time to go to Graceland and Beale Street in that case.

Jerry · « **Reply #21 on:** April 04, 2016, 02:42:52 PM »

They are pretty sophisticated, unlike me! I am sure they have it all planned

andi_mn · « **Reply #22 on:** April 05, 2016, 07:01:43 AM »

wondering...which is the very easiest lotus for a beginner?
they all look so beautiful. thanks
still super cold here in Minnesota. hard freezes every night. hope to clean the pond and get the fish out soon. andi

matherfish · « **Reply #23 on:** April 05, 2016, 08:25:43 PM »

Momo Botan seems to be among the easiest lotus to keep. from my experience. It would be a nice one to start with.

matherfish · « **Reply #24 on:** April 07, 2016, 08:22:36 PM »

How about a Maggie Belle Slocum to bring happiness into your life? Works for me!

matherfish · « **Reply #25 on:** April 10, 2016, 09:10:12 PM »

I have to start dividing the lotuses this week! They are starting to "spike," which means they are starting to come up. With the cooler nights this week-end going down to freezing weather I had to cover up the tubs to keep the frost and freeze off of them.